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sc00by25

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Knowing and evaluating a researcher's background and credentials is helpful in trying to decide whether or not:
 
  A) the research is likely to be valid.
  B) the research was performed ethically.
  C) the researcher is associated with any special-interest groups that may favor a particular research finding.
  D) All of the above.

Question 2

Helen has written an article in a popular woman's magazine exploring the many benefits of a cream she has developed and markets on the Internet. Helen asserts this cream has increased sexual responsiveness for nearly all the women who have tried it, although she does not explain how many women have reported this benefit, or what methods she used to determine if it was helpful for them. Helen does not list her educational credentials. Why should one be skeptical of Helen's claims?
 
  A) The magazine is not a peer-reviewed publication, and there is no evidence Helen is a trained researcher.
  B) Helen is likely to benefit financially from her findings that the product works.
  C) Because Helen does not describe her research methods, it is impossible to judge their quality.
  D) All of the above.



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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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sc00by25

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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Gracias!

 

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