Which of the following best describes the role of scientific knowledge in society? A)

Advances in scientific knowledge have predictable consequences.

B)

Advances in scientific knowledge can be beneficial to society if applied responsibly.

C)

Advances in scientific knowledge lead to few changes in society.

D)

Society is uninfluenced by advances in scientific knowledge.

E)

The need for advances in scientific knowledge promotes cooperation among nations and societies

The answer is (B)