In Order to Minimize Observer Bias,researchers Should

question 73

Multiple Choice

In order to minimize observer bias,researchers should

• A)limit the amount of information observers have about the hypothesis.
• B)fully explain the research hypothesis to observers so there is no confusion.
• C)ask observers to code which of their observations are biased and which are not.
• D)make sure that observers read all of the previously published research on the behavior they're observing.

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Definitions:

External Reality

The objective world or environment that exists independently of an individual's perceptions or beliefs.

Social Support

Assistance and encouragement provided by others, including emotional, informational, and material support, contributing to an individual's well-being.

Psychological Problems

Issues or disorders that affect the mental health and well-being of an individual, often requiring professional diagnosis and intervention.

Depression and Anxiety

Common mental health disorders characterized by persistent sadness or worry, respectively, which can significantly interfere with daily activities.