When one person tries to dominate the discussion in a focus ...

[Jipu 123]

When one person tries to dominate the discussion in a focus group, the moderator can
 a. demonstrate permissiveness by allowing the group to self-correct.
  b. remind the dominant person of the guidelines in the moderator's guide and gently ask for greater restraint.
  c. repeat the dominant person's sentences in a mocking tone until the behavior is altered.
  d. stop the proceedings and poll each participant regarding the issue at hand.

Question 2

A researcher is conducting an experiment in which different formats of a prospectus sent to prospective investors are manipulated. The format of the prospectus is considered to be a(n) _____.
 a. constant
  b. unit
  c. dependent variable
  d. variable

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Answer to Question 1

D
When one person tries to dominate the discussion, the moderator can stop the proceedings and poll each participant regarding the issue at hand. This technique is also useful to encourage reluctant, reticent, or shy participants to express their views.

Answer to Question 2

D