2.2.10 - Experimenter effects and demand characteristics
- Syllabus
- 2026
- Objective
- 2.2.10
- Level
- AS
2.2.10 Experimenter effects, demand characteristics and control issues.
Use - experimenter effects and demand characteristics to connect the rule to the data and decision in the question.
This matters because - experimenter effects and demand characteristics determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.
Example: apply - experimenter effects and demand characteristics to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.
Boundary: - Experimenter effects and demand characteristics is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.