Frank Was a Participant in a Research Study

question 18

Multiple Choice

Frank was a participant in a research study.He felt that his behavior during the study was different from his usual behavior simply because he was being observed.Frank was exhibiting which of the following:

• A)placebo effect
• B)experimental control
• C)naturalistic observation
• D)reactivity

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Definitions:

Medial Prefrontal Cortex

A region of the frontal lobe involved in decision-making, social cognition, and self-referential thought processes.

Ventromedial Prefrontal Cortex

A region of the brain located in the prefrontal cortex, associated with processing risk and fear, as well as decision-making and emotional regulation.

Cerebellum

Part of the brain at the back of the skull that is responsible for body movements, balance, and coordination.

Amygdala

A part of the brain's limbic system involved in processing emotions, such as fear and pleasure.