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mwit1967

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on: Jun 19, 2018
When communicating with others, scientists want to be accurate in their descriptions. This means they want to be _____ in their language.
 
  a. technical c. concise
  b. precise d. behavioristic

Question 2

Some people call the language of science jargon, but scientists refer to it as _____.
 
  a. sensitive reflection c. technical terminology
  b. accurate appraisal d. code


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juliaf

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Reply #1 on: Jun 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
When scientists are precise, they say exactly what they mean.

Answer to Question 2

C
Technical terminology includes ordinary words that have a restricted meaning within the context of science.


mwit1967

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Reply 2 on: Jun 19, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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