The Tendency for Journals to Publish Studies That Have Positive

question 43

Multiple Choice

The tendency for journals to publish studies that have positive findings, rather than negative or ambiguous results, is called:

• A) confirmation bias.
• B) overreaching bias.
• C) publication bias.
• D) enterprise bias.

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Definitions:

Value

The importance, worth, or usefulness of something, often in economic terms.

Surplus Funds

Excess funds that are not needed for immediate expenses and can be invested or saved for future use.

Tax Gains

Profit that arises from the sale of an asset or investment which is subject to taxation.

Acquisition

The method in which a corporation acquires the majority or entirety of another firm's stock to obtain dominion over it.