Library / Research Method Practice Principles Framework
Jump to passage
In this reading

Link to current text

Published source confirmed at last check

Source changed 2026-10-03 02:22:15 UTC · snapshot created 2026-10-03 03:38:22 UTC · last check 2026-10-03 03:50:10 UTC

RMP.5:6 - Bias-Annotation

Recurring biasEffect on the answerCorrective move
Desired-conclusion biasSupportive material determines the story while contrary material disappears.Follow the consequential inference and retain examinations that narrow or defeat it.
Technique prestigeA familiar statistic, code run or interview format is treated as universal assurance.Recover the selected Method and the claim its result can support.
Retrospective certaintyAn exploratory choice is described as though it preceded seeing the material.Preserve its actual timing and the claim’s resulting qualification.
Record-volume biasA large archive is mistaken for an inspectable or sufficient basis.Recover the exact material-to-claim connection and name missing links.
Closure pressureAn unresolved result is promoted into certainty or an automatic new study.Return the bounded answer and decide further acquisition separately.