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Observational study
A research method where behavior is observed in a controlled setting.
Lab setting
A controlled environment where observations or experiments take place.
Inter+Intra observation validity
The accuracy and consistency of observations made by different observers and by the same observer over time.
Infants can't self-report
Babies are unable to communicate verbally about their thoughts, feelings, or experiences.
Demand characteristics
Cues in a study that lead participants to guess the researcher's hypotheses and adjust their behavior accordingly.
Social desirability
The tendency for participants to respond in a way that they believe is socially acceptable or favorable.
Bias
A systematic error in the design, conduct, or interpretation of a study that distorts the results.
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