Self report techniques and confounding variables

Question 1

Confounding variable:

Answer 1

A factor that confuses the results of a study or experiment. It is a hidden factor that affects both the independent variable and the dependent variable, making it difficult to tell what is really causing the effect.

Question 2

Interviewer bias:

Answer 2

An interviewer’s behaviour may influence the
answers the respondent gives.

Question 3

Social desirability bias:

Answer 3

The tendency to respond to answers in a manner that will be viewed as favourable.

Question 4

Self-report techniques:

Answer 4

(Interviews can either be)
Structured - with set questions.
Unstructured - developing over the course of the interview based on the answers given.

(Questions in self-report studies can either be)
Open - where participants are able to elaborate on and explain their answers fully.
Closed - where they choose from pre-set answers.