In the early stages of an experiment, several participants discover that they are being deceived. Since the deception is harmless, they decide to play along so as not to embarrass the researcher. Which one of the following terms best describes this scenario?
A) good subject
B) deception
C) coercion
D) sabotage

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The term "good subject" refers to a participant who follows instructions and behaves in a compliant manner in an experiment. In this scenario, the participants decide to play along with the deception, demonstrating their willingness to be good subjects even though they are aware of the deception. The other options do not accurately reflect the situation, as there is no coercion involved and the participants are not attempting to sabotage the experiment.

In the Early Stages of an Experiment, Several Participants Discover