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daltonest1984

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The degree to which research data may be biased as a result of the differences in the people who volunteer to participate in a study, as opposed to those who do not, is called:
 
  A) the bystander effect.
  B) self-selection.
  C) demographic bias.
  D) ethnocentrism.

Question 2

One of the problems with sex survey research is ____, which occurs when a person refuses to participate in a study.
 
  A) nonresponse
  B) low self-esteem
  C) the bystander effect
  D) diffusion of responsibility



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A



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