A Researcher Asks an Assistant to Conduct a Study on Her

question 274

Multiple Choice

A researcher asks an assistant to conduct a study on her behalf. She specifically tells her assistant only to share the results anonymously and not include the names of the students along with their scores. Such an experiment would be considered a

• A) double-blind experiment.
• B) single-blind experiment.
• C) correlational study.
• D) laboratory observation.

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Definitions:

Allostasis

The process by which the body responds to stressors in order to regain homeostasis.

Homeostasis

The self-regulating process by which biological systems maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.

Stress

The body's response to any demand or challenge, which can be emotional, physical, or psychological in nature.

Emotional Benefit

The positive effects on a person's feelings or emotional state that can arise from engaging in certain activities or experiences.