A scientist wants to test the hypothesis that drinking red wine improves heart function. She ignores some evidence that suggests her hypothesis is false.Identify the type of bias in this scenario.Measurement biasSelection biasConfirmation biasI'm not sure

Select the scientific definition of bias.A random variation in measurementsA systematic errorA prejudice against people of a certain gender or raceA hypothesis that can't be testedI'm not sure

Which type of bias refers to looking for evidence to prove a hypothesis you have?1 pointPrimacy biasFalse consensus biasConfirmation biasSunk cost fallacy

Select one type of bias and describe how to minimize it in a scientific investigation

A researcher is conducting a study on the effectiveness of a new educational program. They only report results from the group of participants who showed the most improvement and ignore the results from the rest of the participants. Which of the following best describes the type of bias this researcher has engaged in?Question 1Answera.P-hackingb.Sampling biasc.Cherry-pickingd.None of the above

What is bias?