Jiao Was a Participant in an Observational Study, and Reactivity

question 100

Multiple Choice

Jiao was a participant in an observational study, and reactivity occurred.Technically, this means:

• A)the researchers reacted to the results of the study before the study was completed
• B)her behavior was changed by the process of being observed
• C)there was a strong public response to publication of the research study
• D)the researchers purposely manipulated the behavior of the research participants

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Definitions:

Characteristic Patterns

Describes the recurring behaviors, thoughts, or emotions that are typical for an individual or within a specific context.

Personality

The unique and consistent pattern of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that distinguish one individual from another.

Feeling

An emotional state or reaction; the subjective experience of emotion.

Preconscious

The thoughts, feelings, and memories that a person is not consciously aware of at the moment but that may be easily brought to consciousness.