When a Researcher's Expectations or Preferences About the Outcome of a Study

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Short Answer

When a researcher's expectations or preferences about the outcome of a study influence the results obtained, _____ is said to have occurred. ​

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Definitions:

Economically Developed

Refers to countries or regions with high levels of economic growth, industrial activity, and standard of living.

Hierarchical Social Network

A social network structured in levels of hierarchy where positions or ranks determine interaction patterns and influence distribution among members.

Item Response Theory

A theory and approach in psychometrics that models the relationship between individuals' abilities or traits and their item responses, emphasizing the probability of a discrete outcome.

Cross-Cultural Comparisons

The study of similarities and differences in behavior, traditions, and social processes among cultures.