In a Recent Survey, Those Who Brushed Their Teeth Often

question 31

Multiple Choice

In a recent survey, those who brushed their teeth often under-reported the activity, while those who brushed their______________teeth less frequently over-reported their dental hygiene behavior. The possible cause for differences in scores could best be attributed to

• A) a true difference in the characteristic being measured.
• B) differences due to situational factors.
• C) differences due to temporary personal factors.
• D) true differences in other relatively stable characteristics of the individuals.
• E) differences due to variations in administration.