Asked by David Church on Jul 26, 2024
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A person knows he is being observed and changes his behavior to make a good impression. This is known as:
A) observer drift.
B) observer bias.
C) reactivity.
D) naturalistic change.
Reactivity
The tendency of individuals to modify their behavior when they are aware they are being observed.
- Acknowledge the shortcomings and probable mistakes in methods of psychological examination and observation.
- Acknowledge the influence of observer effects, including reactivity and bias, on the reliability and accuracy of observations and assessments.
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Lymarie TorresJul 28, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
This phenomenon is known as reactivity, where the subject alters their behavior due to the awareness of being observed.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the shortcomings and probable mistakes in methods of psychological examination and observation.
- Acknowledge the influence of observer effects, including reactivity and bias, on the reliability and accuracy of observations and assessments.