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Question
Manipulating gel photographs to add or remove bands, or excluding inconvenient data without scientific justification, are examples of what form of scientific misconduct?
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The 'FFP Triad' section defines 'FALSIFICATION' as 'Manipulating data or processes so they do not accurately reflect actual observations,' with the example of 'Adjusting gel photographs to add or remove bands; excluding inconvenient data without scientific justification.'
Hint
This type of misconduct involves altering existing data or results.