Sheyna is participating in a research study. She believes she has figured out that the purpose of the experiment is to discover the IQ of participants by nontraditional methods. She begins to answer the researcher's questions in a particular manner due to her belief. The most likely reason Sheyna has determined the reason for the experiment is because of which of the following?
A. Sheyna has discussed the experiment with others who have already participated.
B. Sheyna is part of the control group.
C. Sheyna has picked up on demand characteristics.
D. Sheyna was subject to observer bias.
Answer: C
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