The Tendency to Respond in What Is Believed to Be

question 396

Multiple Choice

The tendency to respond in what is believed to be a socially appropriate manner rather than according to how a person actually thinks, feels, or behaves is called ______________.

• A)reactivity
• B)the social desirability bias
• C)confounding
• D)the placebo effect

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Definitions:

1950s

Describes the decade from 1950 to 1959, marked by post-World War II recovery, the beginning of the Cold War, and significant cultural and technological changes in the United States and globally.

Political Consequences

The effects or outcomes that political actions, decisions, or events have on a country, community, or individual's position and power within a political framework.

Economic Consequences

The financial outcomes resulting from specific actions, events, or decisions, impacting individuals, businesses, and economies.

National Middle-Class Culture

The shared values, practices, and characteristics of the middle class across a nation, often reflecting its norms, consumer behavior, and social status.