Orne effect

the tendency for typical study participants to try to discern the wishes or intent of an experimenter and to try to respond in accordance with these wishes or intent. See demand characteristics. [Martin T. Orne]

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November 23rd 2024

sibling

n. one of two or more children born of the same two parents (i.e., a sister or brother). Also called sib.