A group of scientists conducts a scientific study to investigate dietary factors that influence the development of obesity.Which of the following activities is not likely to be a component of their research efforts?
A)Posting findings at the main researcher's Internet website
B)Collecting data and analyzing results
C)Submitting an article describing the study to a peer-reviewed journal
D)Making observations and formulating a hypothesis

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Posting findings at the main researcher's Internet website is not a standard component of scientific research efforts. While the researchers may choose to share their findings in different ways, the primary focus would be on collecting data, analyzing results, submitting articles to peer-reviewed journals, and making observations and formulating a hypothesis.

A Group of Scientists Conducts a Scientific Study to Investigate