The Tendency of the Respondents to Give Answers That May

question 71

Multiple Choice

The tendency of the respondents to give answers that may not be accurate but that may be desirable from a social standpoint is called ________.

• A) interviewer bias
• B) social desirability
• C) nonresponse error
• D) response rate
• E) the fundamental attribution error

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Definitions:

Settling Down

The process of adopting a more stable and less erratic lifestyle, often associated with making long-term commitments in personal and professional domains.

Awakened

Refers to the state of being roused from sleep or gaining consciousness, or metaphorically, becoming aware of social or personal issues.

Threatened

A state or condition in which an individual feels at risk of harm or danger.

Intense Anxiety

A heightened state of excessive fear or apprehension, often with physical symptoms, that can significantly impair daily functioning.