Central tendency error refers to the tendency for individuals to:
A) ?score near the mean.
B) ?respond in the middle of the ratings on rating scales.
C) ?prefer to give middle ratings rather than unfavorable ratings.
D) ?answer correctly about 50% of the time.
B
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a. a client's threat to commit a burglary. b. suspected child abuse or neglect. c. unethical behavior of a colleague. d. knowledge that a client has tested positive for HIV. e. all of the above.
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