A Scientist,conducting a Research Study on Sleep and Learning,questions Her

question 65

Multiple Choice

A scientist,conducting a research study on sleep and learning,questions her own objectivity and decides to let a third person,not associated with conducting the experiment,score the tests.The scientist is probably trying to eliminate __________.

• A)experimenter bias
• B)sample bias
• C)control bias
• D)treatment bias

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Definitions:

Sugar

A sweet-flavored substance derived primarily from sugarcane and sugar beets, used as a sweetener in food and beverages.

Equivocation

The deceptive application of a word that has multiple meanings or senses.

Pillar

A structural element used to support buildings and large structures, known for its strength and stability.

Straw Man Argument

A straw man argument is a fallacy in which an opponent's position is misrepresented to be easily attacked or refuted, rather than engaging with the actual argument presented.