A student is asked in a survey question about whether he would help another person who is in trouble.The student thinks that he probably would not help because he would be hesitant to get involved in a potential dangerous situation.The student decides,however,to respond that he would help.The student is likely responding to the pressure of
A)sensitivity to conformity.
B)social desirability.
C)response bias.
D)consensus responding.

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The student is adjusting his response to appear socially desirable and avoid negative judgment or criticism from others. This is known as social desirability bias.

A Student Is Asked in a Survey Question About Whether