Environmental scientists reported on a study they conducted on American coots and their migration patterns. The scientists discuss the measurement errors in their conclusions. In doing so, they are
A) expressing concern over whether their data are correct.
B) stating that they do not know what their research means.
C) quantifying the degree of error and variability present in the data.
D) suggesting that others should not trust their conclusions.
E) showing that science cannot be trusted and is unreliable.

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The scientists are quantifying the degree of error and variability present in the data, which is a standard practice in scientific research to acknowledge and account for potential inaccuracies in measurements.

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