Dr. McKay is training research confederates and is reviewing the list of skills that are necessary to be a successful and well-trained research confederate. All of the following are important skills, EXCEPT:
A) comfortable taking on multiple roles.
B) familiar with research principles.
C) treats all participants the same.
D) has knowledge of the research hypothesis.

Question

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Confederates should not have knowledge of the research hypothesis to avoid biasing their behavior and the study's results.

Dr McKay Is Training Research Confederates and Is Reviewing the List