_____ Causes People to Do Something for a Reward or to Avoid

question 32

Short Answer

 _____ causes people to do something for a reward or to avoid a penalty.

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Definitions:

Experimenter Cues

Unintentional signals or behaviors from a researcher that can influence the responses or actions of participants in a study.

Random Assignment

The process of allocating subjects randomly to experimental and control groups in a study to ensure that each participant has an equal chance of being assigned to any group, thus reducing bias.

Correlational Studies

Studies in which the investigator analyzes the relationships among variables that were in place before the study, without manipulating those variables.

Placebo Effects

Observable or measurable changes in health or behavior resulting from the administration of a placebo, demonstrating the power of belief and expectation in the healing process.