Which Type of Rater Error Occurs When a Participant Consistently

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which type of rater error occurs when a participant consistently chooses the extreme position at one end of the scale?

• A) Error of leniency
• B) Error of central tendency
• C) Halo effect
• D) Demand effect
• E) Socially desirable responding

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