Question

Scientific knowledge is generally considered to have a positive effect on society. In which situation would scientific knowledge most likely have a negative effect on society?

A.if it is used to justify changes in medical practices
B.if it results in new governmental regulations on industry
C.if it takes years to become widely understood
D.if it is misrepresented in order to influence public opinion

Answer 1

D hope this helps have a great thanksgiving

Answer 2

The answer is; D

Politicians sometimes use science in an endeavor to back up their support to a particular policy or change that there are clamoring. An example is a scientific study that claimed that fetuses feel no pain up to 24 weeks that was used by some politicians to back abortions.