The expectations of a researcher that might distort or influence his or her interpretation of what he or she actually observed is called ________.
A) sample bias
B) observer bias
C) the Phi phenomenon
D) cognitive dissonance

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Observer bias refers to the researcher's own beliefs or expectations affecting their interpretation of what they observe. Sample bias refers to a biased selection of participants, the Phi phenomenon refers to the illusion of movement from two stationary stimuli, and cognitive dissonance refers to internal conflict caused by holding contradictory beliefs or values.

The Expectations of a Researcher That Might Distort or Influence