Deena, a licensed practical nurse, is assisting a psychology professor with a research study on the physiological and psychological reactions to violence in blockbuster films. After a participant views a film clip, she administers some basic tests. Which of the following is the most subjective result?
a. The participant’s blood pressure is 140/90.
b. The participant describes the level of film violence as 8 on a scale of 0 to 10.
c. The participant’s heart rate is 75.
d. The participant has perspiration on her brow and her pupils are dilated.
ANSWER:
b
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