Which of the Following Refers to the Tendency to Overestimate

question 70

Multiple Choice

Which of the following refers to the tendency to overestimate the extent to which others share our beliefs?

• A) the spotlight effect
• B) projection
• C) rationalization
• D) the false consensus effect

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Definitions:

Obtained Value

The actual value of the test statistic computed from sample data during hypothesis testing.

Factorial ANOVA

A statistical test used to determine the effect of two or more independent variables on a dependent variable at the same time.

Subjects Measured

Individuals or entities under study in an experiment or survey, from which data is collected.

Research Hypothesis

A specific, testable prediction about the expected outcome of a scientific study.