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QuizMultiple Choice

Science-Based Communication

Question 6 • FL-2000310-Biology 1 Sem 1 - Flex

Which statement describes a problem with the peer review process in scientific research?

Answer
A
It can sometimes reject important new ideas or novel techniques.
B
It forces new scientists to meet the same standards that established scientists meet.
C
It always requires scientists to have to reanalyze their data.
D
It often makes it more difficult to justify a conclusion.

Explanation

Peer review helps check scientific work, but reviewers may favor established ideas and methods. As a result, they can sometimes reject important new ideas or novel techniques before their value is recognized. The correct choice is A, “It can sometimes reject important new ideas or novel techniques.”

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