Dr. McKay is training research confederates and is reviewing the list of skills that are necessary to be a successful and well-trained research confederate. All of the following are important skills, EXCEPT:
A) being comfortable taking on multiple roles.
B) being familiar with research principles.
C) treating all participants the same.
D) having knowledge of the research hypothesis.

Question

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Having knowledge of the research hypothesis is not necessary for a research confederate and can actually be detrimental, as it might lead to unintentional bias in how they interact with participants. Confederates need to act consistently across participants without their actions being influenced by knowing the study's aims.

Dr McKay Is Training Research Confederates and Is Reviewing the List