In Which of the Following Studies Would Social Desirability Bias

question 42

Multiple Choice

In which of the following studies would social desirability bias be most likely to affect results

• A) a survey about water use and recycling habits 
• B) an experimental analysis of looking-times for a variety of faces 
• C) a naturalistic observation of shoppers in a mall 
• D) a correlational study examining the relationship between age and metabolism

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Definitions:

Demand Uncertainty

Refers to the unpredictable nature and variability of customer demand for products or services, making it challenging to plan effectively.

Product Availability

Refers to the extent to which goods or services can be bought from a company at any given time.

Cost of Stocking Out

The financial loss and potential customer dissatisfaction resulting from insufficient inventory to meet demand.

Cutaneous Membrane

The skin, the largest organ of the body, serving as a protective barrier against environmental hazards and pathogens, and involved in sensation and temperature regulation.