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| Term | Description |
|---|---|
| fabrication |
Creation of false, invented or misleading information. This includes made-up data, observations, or events that did not happen. |
| flawed reasoning |
Reaching a conclusion that is not supported by the facts or information already put forward. |
| footnote |
An explanatory note or comment placed at the bottom of a page in a book or document. |
| formal assessment |
This is the way your course will assess your work either through coursework, exams or a mix of different methods. |
| formula |
A mathematical rule or principle. A fixed method of arriving at a specific result. |