Rori Is Observing Elite Marching Bands as Part of Her

question 39

Multiple Choice

Rori is observing elite marching bands as part of her dissertation study. She is particularly interested in drum major leadership styles and behavior. She has found that the drum major at her current research site is very interested in showing off for her. This is an example of

• A) response bias.
• B) observer bias.
• C) observer effect.
• D) negative case effect.

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Definitions:

Verbal Abilities

The capacity to use language effectively for communication, which includes both the understanding and production of spoken and written language.

Maccoby and Jacklin

Researchers known for their work on sex differences in psychology, concluding there are actual differences in certain cognitive and social behaviors between males and females.

Gender Differences

Variations in the characteristics, behavior, physical and mental attributes, and roles traditionally associated with males and females.

Mathematical Abilities

The capacity to understand, manipulate, and solve mathematical problems.