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One source of conservatism in science is provided by
 
  a. green building initiatives
  b. a drastic increase in per capita spending
  c. defense contracting
  d. science's dependence on financial support

Question 2

Much of the research in the United States is funded by
 
  a. Government grants
  b. Universities
  c. The media
  d. Private citizens

Question 3

Which one of the following statements best explains the meaning of science as conservative?
 
  a. The results of scientific research generally tend to support the status quo.
  b. The majority of scientists are conservative in political outlook.
  c. Scientists are less affected by what is going on in the world around them.
  d. The dependence of scientists on outside support of their research subjects them to political pressure.

Question 4

Which one of the following statements is most true about science as a human enterprise?
 
  a. Science is mainly a conservative enterprise.
  b. Science is mainly a liberal enterprise.
  c. Science is both a conservative and liberal enterprise.
  d. Scientists are just as biased as other members of society.
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6 years ago
Answer to q. 1

d

Answer to q. 2

a

Answer to q. 3

d

Answer to q. 4

c
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