A group of researchers decide to conduct a study of persuasion and they decide to video-tape the instructions that would instruct the participants what they are required to do.Their decision is most likely an attempt to minimize the effect of

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By video-taping the instructions, the researchers are attempting to minimize the effect of demand characteristics, which are cues or hints that may unintentionally signal to participants what is expected of them and influence their behavior or responses. Video-taping allows for a more standardized and consistent delivery of instructions, reducing the possibility of these cues. The other options are not relevant to this particular scenario.

A Group of Researchers Decide to Conduct a Study of Persuasion