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In Social Studies / High School | 2025-07-06

In a study about sexuality, participants of a perfectly random sample were truthful and tried to give information that was as accurate as possible. Identify the factor that is most likely to make their self-reports inaccurate in this context.
A. purposeful distortion
B. concealment
C. enlargement
D. difficulties with estimates

Asked by emmatweedy1120

Answer (1)

The factor most likely to make self-reports inaccurate in sexuality studies is concealment, where participants withhold information due to feelings of shame or fear of judgment. This differs from purposeful distortion, where falsehood is intentional, and difficulties with estimates related to recalling experiences. Concealment significantly impacts the accuracy of study findings in this sensitive area. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07