In an Experimental Design,if Awareness of a Pretest Poses a Problem,which

question 14

Multiple Choice

In an experimental design,if awareness of a pretest poses a problem,which of the following would a researcher be least likely do?

• A) Disguise the pretest
• B) Embed the pretest in a set of irrelevant measures
• C) Employ a Solomon four-group design
• D) Tell the participant not to pay attention to the pretest

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Definitions:

Bottom-Up Processing

An approach where perception begins with the stimuli whose reception is made by sensory receptors, leading to higher-level processing.

Top-Down Processing

A cognitive process that uses an individual's background knowledge to influence perception.

Superman

A fictional superhero character created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, known for his superhuman abilities.

Difference Notice

Involves the ability to discern or recognize changes or distinctions between objects, situations, or stimuli.