An Important Danger of the Various Types of Research Bias

question 57

Multiple Choice

An important danger of the various types of research bias discussed in Chapter 2 is that they lead us:

• A) to become anxious or depressed about our place in the world.
• B) to draw incorrect conclusions and then become convinced that they are accurate.
• C) to doubt our intuition and gut feelings in important real-life circumstances.
• D) to underestimate our general levels of cognitive abilities and skills.

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Definitions:

Systematic Data Collection

A structured and organized method of gathering and analyzing data to ensure consistency, reliability, and validity of research findings.

Report Bias

The tendency to have inaccuracies in the reporting of data or results, often due to subjective judgment, leading to misrepresented findings.

Anecdotal Evidence

Evidence based on personal accounts or stories rather than hard data or research, often considered less reliable.

Conclusions

The judgments or decisions reached after considering all the relevant facts and evidence.