Self-reported measures (such as surveys)are more sensitive to participants' moods and to social desirability bias,which means what?
A)study participants' desires to present themselves in a positive light
B)researchers' inclination to study populations with whom they personally identify
C)the ability to measure how well someone gets along with others
D)individuals' inclination to participate in research that provides financial compensation

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Social desirability bias refers to participants' tendency to present themselves in a positive light, often by over-reporting socially desirable behaviors and under-reporting socially undesirable behaviors. Surveys and other self-reported measures are particularly susceptible to this bias, as participants may feel pressure to answer in a way that makes them look good, either to themselves or to others.

Self-Reported Measures (Such as Surveys)are More Sensitive to Participants' Moods