Scientists' choice of topics to study,resources available to support their research,and society's acceptance of their findings is most influenced by
A)their moral integrity.
B)the American Psychological Association.
C)the social and cultural context in which they work.
D)the number of research articles found in a literature search.

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The social and cultural context in which scientists work greatly influences their choice of topics to study, availability of resources, and societal acceptance of their findings. Factors such as funding sources, prevailing social attitudes, and political climate can impact the direction of research and the reception of its results. Scientists need to be aware of and navigate these contextual factors in order to conduct meaningful research and communicate their findings effectively.

Scientists' Choice of Topics to Study,resources Available to Support Their