The "file-drawer problem" refers to ______.
A)difficulty coding gendered responses in a task
B)studies without significant results not being published
C)incorrectly calculating responses to experimental stimuli
D)a failure of experimental equipment that must be thrown away

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The "file-drawer problem" refers to the bias introduced into the scientific literature due to studies with non-significant results being less likely to be published. This means that the published literature may not accurately reflect all the research that has been conducted on a topic, as studies showing no effect or negative results are often "filed away" and not shared with the broader community.

The "File-Drawer Problem" Refers to ______