An example of the "experimenter effect" would be a situation in which the experimenter:
Correct answer: C. unknowingly hints to subjects what is expected of them
- A. acts out the proper behavior for the subjects
- B. deceives the subject as to the real purpose of the experiment
- C. unknowingly hints to subjects what is expected of them
- D. overtly tells the subjects how to respond
Explanation
An experimenter effect occurs when the researcher's expectations unintentionally influence participants, for example through hints about the expected response. Deliberately deceiving participants or telling them how to respond is not the usual meaning of this effect.
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