On your way to meet with your Methods instructor, you pass an office where you overhear two sociologists aggressively discussing a research project. One of the sociologists is criticizing the project's design and trying to find flaws in it. You are witnessing which norm of the scientific community?
A) universalism
B) selective observation
C) communalism
D) organized skepticism

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Organized skepticism refers to the norm within the scientific community where ideas and research findings are critically scrutinized and questioned. This ensures that conclusions are well-supported by evidence and helps in identifying any flaws or biases in research designs. The scenario described, where a sociologist is critically analyzing a research project, exemplifies this norm.

On Your Way to Meet with Your Methods Instructor, You