In writing up the results of a recent experiment for publication, a scientist comes across a study in which the authors describe a similar experiment with different results. What would be the most appropriate way for the scientist to address this in her journal article?

Chemistry (M.Phil./Ph.D.) 2021 Panjab University Entrance Exam With Answers

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A: Avoid citing the study since the results differed

B: Cite the study to say that the experiment was done and avoid discussing the different results

C: Cite the study and offer an explanation why the results might have differed

D: Cite the different results as evidence that her experiment was better

The answer is: C

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