In a survey on attitudes towards college cheating, the researcher would like to insert the item, "I always tell the truth". The responses are on a 5-point scale, Strong Agree, Agree, Neither Agree nor disagree, Disagree and Strongly Disagree. Esther claims that this item does not directly relate to cheating on tests, exams and assignments, however, Deena claims that including the item might be useful. Which of the following biases might this item help address?
A) Fatigue effect
B) Social desirability bias
C) Non-response bias
D) Motivated respondent bias

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Including the item "I always tell the truth" can help address social desirability bias, which is the tendency for respondents to answer in a way that they believe is socially acceptable or favorable. By including this item, it may encourage respondents to answer honestly and thus provide a more accurate representation of their attitudes towards cheating.

In a Survey on Attitudes Towards College Cheating, the Researcher