The tendency by certain people to respond to a questionnaire or psychological test in a particular way, regardless of their actual attitudes or beliefs, is known as:
A) Insight
B) Perseveration
C) Ceiling effect
D) Response set

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Response set refers to the pattern of responding to questions in a particular way regardless of the content, often due to biases, desire to please, or misunderstanding of the questions, rather than answering based on true beliefs or attitudes.

The Tendency by Certain People to Respond to a Questionnaire