Joanie Is in a Research Study in Which She Is

question 10

Multiple Choice

Joanie is in a research study in which she is told that a powerful new drug will dramatically increase her memory abilities.She is then administered the drug,which is in fact a placebo.How will Joanie do on a memory test after taking the drug?

• A) She will remember about the same amount as she would have without it.
• B) She will be able to remember more if she believes the drug is effective.
• C) She will show memory interference because her expectation about the drug does not match the actual placebo effects.
• D) She will remember more regardless of what she believes about the drug.

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