Masked, or blind, study designs are designed to deal with:

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Masked, or blind, study designs are designed to deal with observer bias, which occurs when researchers have preconceived expectations or biases that may unconsciously influence their observations and subsequent data analysis. By masking the study design, researchers are less likely to be influenced by their own biases and are therefore more likely to obtain accurate results. Yea-saying biases, bystander effect, and faking good are not typically addressed by masked study designs.

Masked, or Blind, Study Designs Are Designed to Deal With