Not All Participants Are the Same

question 180

Multiple Choice

Not all participants are the same. Researchers use _____ to reduce the possibility that preexisting differences between groups are responsible for observed differences after experimental manipulation.

• A) a control group
• B) random selection
• C) random assignment
• D) an experimental group

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Definitions:

Overqualified

Referring to a person who has more skills, education, or experience than what is required for a job position.

Narcissism

A personality trait characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.

Perceived Overqualification

The perception that an individual’s education, skills, or experience exceed the requirements of their current job role.

Vocational Fit

The degree to which an individual's skills, interests, and values align with their chosen career or profession.