If a Researcher Were to Use Deception as Part of Her

question 109

Multiple Choice

If a researcher were to use deception as part of her experimental procedure, when would she explain the purpose of this deception to her participants?

• A) during the debriefing
• B) before obtaining informed consent
• C) immediately preceding the experimental manipulation
• D) before collecting any dependent measures

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A learning process in which behavior is strengthened or weakened by reinforcement or punishment.

Respondent Conditioning

Another term for classical conditioning, emphasizing the response aspect of the conditioning process.

Inefficient Way

A method or process that does not achieve desired outcomes with minimal waste of time, resources, or effort.

Observational Learning Approach

A theory suggesting that people can learn new behaviors by watching others without direct experience.