INTRODUCTION
RESEARCH AND SCIENTIFIC METHODS
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Question
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Bad experiments have ____
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cherry picked results and ignore the rest of the data
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use randomized trials for their groups
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have peer reviews so results can be replicated
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depend on a control group
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Cherry picking is the selective use of data to support one’s position, while ignoring other data that tends to counter one’s opinion. This practice is quite common and it’s not always done with sinister intent. Even you likely have cherry picked.
Detailed explanation-2: -Cherry-picking fallacy example: “Our new elementary educational program was a success because it improved students’ reading scores.” Saying that a program improved students’ reading scores doesn’t show a comprehensive overview of the results of the program.
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