In order to study the human behavioral patterns during crisis situations, Clara first conducts a trial run with a small number of participants. She does so to make sure that the instructions are clear to the participants and the whole experimental setting is plausible. This procedure is an example of a _____.
A)manipulation check
B)double-blind study
C)pilot study
D)research proposal

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Conducting a trial run with a small number of participants is called a pilot study. The purpose of a pilot study is to ensure that the instructions are clear, the experimental setting is plausible, and any potential issues can be identified and addressed before conducting a larger study. A manipulation check involves verifying that the manipulation performed in the experiment had the intended effect. A double-blind study is a study in which neither the participants nor the researchers are aware of which group is receiving the treatment or placebo. A research proposal is a document that outlines a proposed research project and is submitted for funding or approval.

In Order to Study the Human Behavioral Patterns During Crisis