The Tendency of Subjects to Portray Themselves to Researchers in a Favorable

question 45

Multiple Choice

The tendency of subjects to portray themselves to researchers in a favorable light is known as ______.

• A) a selection factor
• B) the social desirability bias
• C) observer bias
• D) the phi phenomenon

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