Wanda Tries to Outsmart the Testing Instrument During a Social

question 31

Multiple Choice

Wanda tries to outsmart the testing instrument during a social psychology experiment. To her surprise, her 'lie' is detected. The experiment is probably:

• A) equipped with a lie detector.
• B) based on a demand characteristic.
• C) high on internal validity.
• D) low on experimental realism.

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Definitions:

Delaying Commitment

The practice of postponing or deferring decisions or commitments, especially regarding life choices or relationships.

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