Agatha Works on a Research Team That Investigates Damaged Brain

question 108

Multiple Choice

Agatha works on a research team that investigates damaged brain functions.Agatha is a(n) ____ neuropsychologist who is likely to conduct ____ as part of her work.

• A) clinical; lobotomies
• B) clinical; lesion analyses
• C) experimental; lobotomies
• D) experimental; lesion analyses

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Definitions:

Expectancy Effects

The phenomenon where a person's behavior or performance is influenced by the expectations placed upon them by others, often leading to the fulfillment of those expectations.

Consensual Criteria

The agreement among researchers or judges on the standards used to evaluate or judge something, ensuring consistent and objective assessment.

Accuracy Of Personality Judgments

Refers to how precisely people can assess others' personalities, often influenced by their observations, the contexts, and their biases.

Shy

Feeling nervous or timid in the presence of others, often leading to withdrawal from social interactions.