Which of the following is NOT suggested as a way to deal with social desirability?
A) Phrase undesirable responses to make them seem acceptable.
B) Find ways for people to admit their undesirable qualities indirectly.
C) Include items that measure one's degree of concern for social desirability, then use it as a correction factor.
D) Tell participants they will not receive credit if they are found to be deceptive.

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Telling participants they will not receive credit if found to be deceptive is not a recommended method for dealing with social desirability bias. This approach could increase anxiety and decrease the honesty of responses, rather than encouraging truthful answers. Other options aim to reduce the impact of social desirability bias through indirect questioning, making undesirable answers more acceptable, or adjusting for social desirability concerns in the analysis.

Which of the Following Is NOT Suggested as a Way