Imagine you are trying to evaluate whether or not a previous study has committed fraud. Which of the following would be the most helpful when trying to determine if the claims in the previous study are reasonable?

A. evaluating the methods section of the study
B. attempting to replicate the study
C. contacting the IRB that approved the study
D. writing a peer review of the article


Ans: B

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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