If a Researcher Does Not Have a Clear Operational Definition

question 82

Multiple Choice

If a researcher does not have a clear operational definition of the behaviour he is studying, he might experience:

• A) observer bias
• B) reactivity
• C) confounds
• D) a directionality problem

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Definitions:

Driving Skill

The set of abilities required to operate a vehicle safely and efficiently, encompassing knowledge of traffic laws, motor functions, and situational awareness.

Treisman's Feature Integration Theory

A psychological theory proposing that object perception occurs in a sequential process: initial features are analyzed and then combined to form a coherent object.

Experimental Conditions

The controlled settings and variables used in an experiment to test hypotheses and observe outcomes.

Filter Theory

A theory in psychology proposing that information is screened or filtered before further processing for attention or action.