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In the first scenario, you have recently begun to work with a professor who is a productive scholar who has published in major journals for many years. But you have discovered that he has an unusual approach to research. He begins by gathering and analyzing data, which may include using a student’s data set, to see if the data have anything interesting to say. You have found that the professor often manipulates the data and changes the dependent variable to ensure a statistically significant result and increase the probability of a major publication.

 Is this professor’s approach to research ethical? Why or why not?

 Is there anything you could or should do as a student in this situation?