In a Lexical Decision Task, a Researcher Finds No Effect

question 41

Multiple Choice

In a lexical decision task, a researcher finds no effect of priming. Which of the following statements is a plausible explanation for this?

• A) The researcher neglected to tell the participants that some of the test words had been recently encountered.
• B) Some of the test words were high in frequency, but others were quite low in frequency.
• C) When the priming words were first presented, participants failed to pay attention to the meaning of the words.
• D) Participants initially heard the words via a tape-recorded list but were tested under conditions where they were visually presented the list.

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Definitions:

Electronic Grapevine

Informal communication network within an organization, facilitated by digital means, like email or social media, often spreading information unofficially.

Dysfunctional Information

Describes information that is inaccurate, misleading, or counterproductive to decision-making processes.

Functional Information

Data that is practical and directly applicable to performing specific tasks or solving certain problems.

Mixed Message

Information or communication that contains conflicting signals or instructions, often leading to confusion or misunderstanding.