The tendency to respond in a socially appropriate manner rather than according to how a person actually thinks, feels, or behaves is called the
A)social acceptability bias
B)social desirability bias
C)social adequacy bias
D)social worth bias

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Social desirability bias is the term used to describe the tendency of respondents to answer questions in a manner that will be viewed favorably by others, often leading to over-reporting of "good" behavior or under-reporting of "bad" behavior.

The Tendency to Respond in a Socially Appropriate Manner Rather