Which of the Following Is an Example of Confounding

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of confounding?

• A) losing weight while taking a study drug and exercising more often
• B) turning left and then turning right on the way to a study
• C) earning money and free lunch for participating in a study
• D) liking one researcher but not liking another in the same study

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Definitions:

Conformity

The act of matching attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to group norms or societal standards.

Solomon Asch

A psychologist known for his research on conformity, demonstrating how group pressure can influence an individual to conform.

Familiarity Effect

A phenomenon where people tend to develop a preference for things merely because they are familiar with them.

Fundamental Attribution Error

The tendency to overemphasize personal characteristics and ignore situational factors in judging others' behavior.