The Problem of Participant Placebo Effects and Experimenter Expectancy Effects

question 31

Multiple Choice

The problem of participant placebo effects and experimenter expectancy effects are both minimized by:

• A) random sampling.
• B) random assignment.
• C) operational definitions.
• D) the double-blind procedure.

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Definitions:

Close Friend

A person with whom one shares a deep and intimate bond, marked by feelings of mutual respect, understanding, and affection.

Family Conflict

Tensions and disputes that arise within a family, which can affect relationships and the overall functioning of the family unit.

Child Rearing

The process of supporting and promoting the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development of a child from infancy to adulthood.

Neglected Children

Children who suffer a consistent lack of care, attention, and necessary support from their caregivers.