The Problem of Participant Placebo Effects and Experimenter Expectancy Effects

question 7

Multiple Choice

The problem of participant placebo effects and experimenter expectancy effects are both minimized by

• A)operational definitions
• B)random assignment
• C)random sampling
• D)the double-blind procedure

Distinguish between literal and metaphorical definitions.

Recognize the role of abstraction level in selecting a genus for definitions.

Identify examples of stipulative definitions and understand their purpose.

Differentiate between too broad and too narrow definitions by analyzing the number of differentia.

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Definitions:

Low-Exchange

Relationships within organizations where there is minimal mutual support, loyalty, and contribution between parties involved.

Follower's Role

The responsibilities or activities of an individual who supports and is guided by a leader in pursuit of achieving common goals.

Achievement-Oriented Leadership

A leadership style focused on setting challenging goals, encouraging high performance, and showing confidence in the abilities of team members to achieve these goals.

Task Objectives

Specific goals or outcomes that a task or project is intended to achieve.