As the Level of Seriousness of a Call to the Police

question 7

True/False

As the level of seriousness of a call to the police increases,the amount of police discretion decreases.

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Definitions:

Experimenter Bias

A process where the scientists performing the research influence the results, in order to portray a certain outcome.

Placebo Effects

Psychological or physiological responses seen in individuals receiving an inert treatment, attributed to the belief in the treatment’s efficacy.

Placebo Effect

is a beneficial effect produced by a placebo drug or treatment, which cannot be attributed to the properties of the placebo itself, and must therefore be due to the patient's belief in the treatment.

Therapy

The treatment of physical, mental, or psychological disorders through methods including counseling, medication, or other health care interventions.