Satisficing occurs when participants
A) give the response they think the experimenter is looking for.
B) choose the first reasonable response, rather than the best response, to a stimulus.
C) fail the manipulation check because they are not paying attention.
D) follow the directive given in an instructional manipulation check.

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Satisficing refers to choosing the first option that meets an acceptable level of satisfaction or criteria, rather than searching for the optimal choice. This is a common phenomenon in decision making and can occur in experiments when participants are trying to complete tasks quickly or efficiently. Option A refers to response bias, where participants may try to please the experimenter with their answers, while option C refers to inattention or lack of effort. Option D refers to following instructions in a manipulation check, which is a different concept than satisficing.

Satisficing Occurs When Participants