The tendency for survey subjects to provide answers that place them in a favorable light is referred to as

a. sampling bias.
b. response stereotyping.
c. a placebo effect.
d. socially desirable responding.


D

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a. typical descriptors of ACOAs appear to discriminate this group of individuals from people who are not ACOAs. b. typical descriptors of ACOAs do not appear to discriminate this group of individuals from people who are not ACOAs. c. the usual descriptors of ACOAs do appear to possess a Barnum-like quality. d. more than one of the above

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How does play change and evolve in early childhood?

What will be an ideal response?

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