Suppose That You Are a Research Participant in a Laboratory

question 48

Multiple Choice

Suppose that you are a research participant in a laboratory study that is looking at fear and social support. The researcher shows you an extremely scary movie and then asks you whether you feel like talking to anyone (and if so, who) once the movie is over. Although you are in a laboratory setting the whole time, which does not resemble "real life" at all, you become engrossed in the procedures of the study and almost forget that you are in a study. Thus, in your experience, this study is ____.

• A) low in experimental realism and low in mundane realism
• B) low in experimental realism and high in mundane realism
• C) high in experimental realism and low in mundane realism
• D) high in experimental realism and high in mundane realism

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Definitions:

Occupation

A job or profession, typically one that requires specific training or skills.

Education Level

The highest degree or level of schooling completed by an individual, often considered in demographic studies and analyses.

Reward

An incentive or benefit given to recognize someone's effort, achievement, or contribution.

Acknowledge Support

Involves recognizing and expressing gratitude for the assistance or encouragement received from others.