Question

Which of the following best describes reasons why a scientist might tamper with data collected from the subjects of a study?

A: a lack of interest in the scientific process
B:everything they do, even if it's unintentional, will be considered negligence
C:pressure to produce definitive and positive results, more quickly, in competition with other scientists
D:because the scientist was wary of the NAS and its assumptions

Answer 1

C: Pressure to produce definitive and positive results, more quickly, in competition with other scientists.

Step-by-step explanation:

This option best describes reasons why a scientist might tamper with data collected from the subjects of a study. The pressure to produce favorable and impactful results, often driven by competition within the scientific community, can lead some researchers to manipulate or selectively present data to support their hypotheses or achieve desired outcomes.