When participants in an experiment behave in a way they think the experimenter wants them to behave,the problem of demand characteristics develops.

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Demand characteristics refer to cues or hints that may lead participants to behave in a certain way that they perceive to be expected or desired by the experimenter. This can potentially affect the validity of the results, as the participants' behavior may not reflect their true attitudes or reactions to the experimental manipulation.

When Participants in an Experiment Behave in a Way They