The scientific peer-review process ensures that
A)scientific studies have proper design and methods and are free from bias.
B)all scientific studies receive publication despite the level of bias.
C)the results of scientific studies are permanent and certain.
D)all published scientific studies have clearly defined control groups.

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The scientific peer-review process involves having experts in the same field as the study's authors review the study for proper design, methodology, and potential biases. This helps to ensure that the results presented are reliable and trustworthy. The other choices are incorrect; peer review does not guarantee publication (as studies may still be rejected), does not make results permanent and certain (as further research may change or expand upon the findings), and does not mandate the use of control groups (although these can be important in certain types of studies).

The Scientific Peer-Review Process Ensures That