Jimmy's Experiment Requires Him to Tell Subjects That They Will

question 35

Multiple Choice

Jimmy's experiment requires him to tell subjects that they will be working in pairs to solve a problem when in reality he does not care about problem-solving. Jimmy is really observing the nonverbal communication between two people who do not know each other. Which of the following statements is FALSE concerning Jimmy's research?

• A)Jimmy is deceiving his subjects.
• B)Jimmy needs to determine whether deception is essential to the experiment.
• C)Jimmy must tell the subjects that he plans to observe their nonverbal communications.
• D)Jimmy is intruding into the lives of his subjects.
• E)Jimmy must balance the potential harm to his subjects against the value of the research.

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Definitions:

Downward

Refers to communications or relationships that move from higher levels of hierarchy to lower levels within an organizational structure.

Communication Direction

The pathway communication follows within an organization, which can be upward, downward, or lateral.

Communication Direction

refers to the flow of communication, such as upward, downward, or horizontal, within an organization or group.

Employee Involvement

The practice of empowering employees by involving them in decision-making processes and giving them a role in influencing their work and the environment.