After collecting data, Collins, a researcher, tells the participants the purpose of his study, the results expected, and the practical implications of his research. He also got to know from the participants as to what they felt about the experiment. This process is referred to as a:
A)manipulation check.
B)pilot study.
C)staged manipulation.
D)debriefing session.

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This process is referred to as a debriefing session where the researcher communicates the purpose of the study, expected results, and practical implications and gets feedback from participants about their experience in the experiment. A manipulation check is a procedure used to ensure that the manipulation of the independent variable was successful. A pilot study is a preliminary study conducted to test the feasibility of the main study. Staged manipulation refers to the deliberate manipulation of an independent variable to test its effect on the dependent variable.

After Collecting Data, Collins, a Researcher, Tells the Participants the Purpose