Professor Alvarado Is Reviewing with Students for an Upcoming Exam

question 60

Multiple Choice

Professor Alvarado is reviewing with students for an upcoming exam. He is testing them on the advantages and disadvantages of various measurement designs. All of the following would be noted as advantages for behavioral diaries, EXCEPT:

• A) demand characteristics.
• B) real-time data collection.
• C) concurrent data collection.
• D) the reduction of retrospective bias.

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Definitions:

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual unconsciously replaces undesirable or anxiety-inducing thoughts or feelings with their opposites.

Regression

A defense mechanism leading to the temporary or long-term reversion of the ego to an earlier stage of development rather than handling unacceptable impulses in a more mature way.

Synapse

The tiny space between the nerve ending of one neuron and the dendrite of another.

Nerve Ending

The region at the end of a neuron from which an impulse is sent to a neighboring neuron.