A self-report measure may be inappropriate when the experimenter has concerns about:
A) covariation.
B) mundane realism.
C) external validity.
D) social desirability bias.

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Social desirability bias occurs when respondents answer questions in a manner that they believe will be viewed favorably by others, which can lead to inaccurate or misleading responses. This is a particular concern with self-report measures, where participants may alter their responses based on what they think is socially acceptable or desirable.

A Self-Report Measure May Be Inappropriate When the Experimenter Has