A false experimental effect used to create the perception that some effect has been administered is called a ______________.

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A placebo is a false treatment or substance that is given to participants in an experiment in order to create the perception that some effect has been administered, when in fact there is no actual effect. This is done to determine whether any observed effect is actually due to the treatment being studied or simply to the participant's expectation or belief that they have received a treatment. The other options (A, C, and D) are not accurate descriptions of a false experimental effect used to create the perception of a treatment. Research outreach refers to efforts to engage with the community and disseminate research findings. Subject manipulation involves changing a participant's behavior or environment in order to study its effects. Debriefing refers to the process of informing participants about the true nature and purpose of an experiment after it has been completed.

A False Experimental Effect Used to Create the Perception That