What is a key goal of journalism when it comes to scientific studies?
Science Journalism - Crash Course Statistics

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To promote specific products
To inform and help people make better decisions
To confuse the readers
To entertain the audience
2.
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What was the main issue with the chocolate weight loss study?
It was never published
It was intentionally flawed to highlight issues in journalism
It was a well-designed study
It was conducted on a large sample size
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Why is it important to understand the term 'statistical significance'?
It has a different meaning in statistics than in everyday language
It indicates the results are not important
It always means the results are important
It is irrelevant to scientific studies
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What role do scientific journalists play in the dissemination of research?
They conduct all scientific experiments
They fund scientific studies
They simplify complex research for the public
They create new scientific theories
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What should you be cautious of when reading headlines about scientific studies?
Headlines that are sensational and misleading
Headlines that match the study's claims
Headlines that are too long
Headlines that are boring
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a common issue with studies reported in the media?
They are always accurate
They often lack details about the study's methodology
They are always conducted on humans
They are never peer-reviewed
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why is it important to check who funded a scientific study?
Funding can indicate potential bias
Funding always guarantees accuracy
Funding is always from neutral sources
Funding is irrelevant to the study's results
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