Which of the Following Statements About Deception Is True

question 118

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about deception is true?

• A)The use of deception in research has increased in recent years.
• B)The vast majority of psychological experiments utilize deception.
• C)The vast majority of psychological experiments do not utilize deception.
• D)Psychological researchers generally agree about the value of deception.

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Definitions:

Direct Materials

Raw materials that are directly incorporated into the finished product and can be easily traced to it.

Ideal Standards

Standards that can be achieved only under perfect operating conditions, such as no idle time, no machine breakdowns, and no materials spoilage; also called theoretical standards.

Machine Breakdowns

Unplanned events where machinery or equipment fails to operate, potentially causing disruptions in production and incurred costs for repairs and maintenance.

Materials Spoilage

Products or components that are damaged, expired, or otherwise unable to be used in production, often leading to waste and financial loss.