Which statement most accurately reflects the susceptibility of science to bias?
A) Science is more biased than most human activities.
B) Science is just as biased as any other human enterprise.
C) Science is a social enterprise and is subject to all types of human bias.
D) Science has built in mechanisms that prevent bias.

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Science is not immune to bias as it is a social enterprise conducted by human beings who are all susceptible to biases such as personal beliefs, cultural norms, and societal pressures. While science does have mechanisms in place to minimize bias, it can still occur and must be actively guarded against through methodologies such as peer review and replication. Therefore, option C reflects the most accurate statement about science and bias.

Which Statement Most Accurately Reflects the Susceptibility of Science to Bias