Demand Characteristics, and Therefore Subject Bias, Can Be Reduced by Using

question 17

Multiple Choice

Demand characteristics, and therefore subject bias, can be reduced by using

• A)only good subjects
• B)only those participants incapable of figuring out the hypothesis
• C)deception
• D)within-subjects rather than between-subjects designs

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Unfavorable

A term used to describe outcomes or variances that negatively impact financial performance or expectations.

Unfavorable Variances

Occurrences when actual costs exceed budgeted or expected costs, indicating a potential need for management action to address inefficiencies.

Favorable Variances

Differences between actual and budgeted amounts that result in more profit or less cost than originally planned.

Income

Money received, especially on a regular basis, for work, through investments, or from business activities.