A Researcher Is Interested in Examining the Effect of Caffeine

question 29

Multiple Choice

A researcher is interested in examining the effect of caffeine on driving performance.In order to rule out a change in behaviour brought about because of participants' expectations about the effect of caffeine,the researcher should include

• A) a demand characteristic.
• B) a balanced placebo design.
• C) a manipulation check.
• D) experimenter bias.

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Definitions:

Conduction Hearing Loss

Occurs when there is a problem conducting sound waves anywhere along the route through the outer ear, tympanic membrane (eardrum), or middle ear, leading to a reduction in hearing.

Dissociation

A psychological process involving a disconnection between thoughts, identity, consciousness, and memory.

Loss of Balance

A disturbance that causes individuals to feel unsteady, dizzy or have a difficulty in maintaining the body's natural equilibrium.

Oval Window

A membrane-covered opening that leads from the middle ear to the inner ear and is involved in the process of hearing.