Although Touch Sensitivity Typically Diminishes in Late Adulthood,responsiveness to __________

question 103

Multiple Choice

Although touch sensitivity typically diminishes in late adulthood,responsiveness to __________ is an exception.

• A) cold surfaces
• B) water
• C) gentle stroking
• D) painful touch

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Definitions:

Confederate

An individual who is part of an experiment but pretends to be a participant while working for the researcher, often used to manipulate social interactions.

Social Desirability Bias

The tendency of respondents to answer questions in a manner that will be viewed favorably by others, potentially leading to inaccuracies in surveys or experiments.

Honesty Measure

A tool or method used to assess the degree of truthfulness and integrity in an individual's responses or actions.

Personality

The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character.