One of the Strengths of Self-Report Inventories Is That They

question 46

Multiple Choice

One of the strengths of self-report inventories is that they

• A) allow for comparing one's behavior with others' behavior.
• B) take into account the influence of social desirability.
• C) minimize unconscious distortion by respondents.
• D) are good at detecting deliberate deception.

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Definitions:

Unconscious Desire

Refers to the hidden wishes and motives that influence behavior and thoughts, often not accessible to the conscious mind.

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the brain's cerebrum, involved in complex brain functions such as thought, memory, attention, awareness, and language.

Melatonin

A chemical secreted by the pineal gland that controls the cycles of sleeping and waking.

Altered States

Conditions of consciousness that significantly differ from the normal waking state, often induced by drugs, meditation, hypnosis, or extreme physical exertion.