When observers have biases regarding what they expect participants' behavior to be like in an experiment,the observations may be influenced by

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Experimenter effects occur when the biases or expectations of the experimenter inadvertently influence the participants and the outcomes of the study. This can lead to observations that are skewed by the experimenter's preconceived notions rather than the actual behavior of the participants.

When Observers Have Biases Regarding What They Expect Participants' Behavior