Question

olivia researched insects that destroy farmers crops. based on this information, she discovered a way to keep the insects away from the plants, without adding any harmful chemicals to the crops. she recorded her conclusion, but did not write down any of the resources she used to learn about the insects. she also did not record information about any of the trials that did not work. does she need to include this information? a. she should include the sources of the articles she read, but the trials that did not work are not important. b. no, because olivia put a lot of time and effort into finding this information. other people should have to do the same. c. yes, because the information could be helpful to other scientists conducting similar research. d. no, because she is the one who made the discovery. listing the resources she used would give credit to other people.

Explanation:

In scientific research, recording all relevant information including sources and failed trials is crucial. Sources allow others to verify and build on the research, and failed - trial information can prevent others from repeating the same mistakes. It helps the scientific community as a whole progress more efficiently.

Answer:

C. Yes, because the information could be helpful to other scientists conducting similar research.