The Role of Peer Review (AQA A-Level Psychology): Quizzes
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What is the primary function of peer review in scientific research?
What is the primary function of peer review in scientific research?
Quality control mechanism
How many research papers are published in scientific journals annually?
How many research papers are published in scientific journals annually?
Over one million papers
Which is NOT one of the four reviewer options in peer review?
Which is NOT one of the four reviewer options in peer review?
Accept with caution
What characterises single-blind peer review?
What characterises single-blind peer review?
Reviewers know author, author doesn't
What is an advantage of double-blind peer review?
What is an advantage of double-blind peer review?
Reduces bias based on characteristics
What is a disadvantage of open peer review?
What is a disadvantage of open peer review?
Overly polite criticism from fear
In which type of peer review do both parties remain anonymous to each other?
In which type of peer review do both parties remain anonymous to each other?
Double-blind review
Why is peer review criticised regarding bias?
Why is peer review criticised regarding bias?
Research occurs in narrow networks
How long can the peer review process take?
How long can the peer review process take?
Months or even years
Who is cited as an example of peer review failure?
Who is cited as an example of peer review failure?
Cyril Burt