Kinesiology 2032A/B Study Guide - Final Guide: Observer-Expectancy Effect, Situation Two, Deeper Understanding

• School: Western University
• Department: Kinesiology
• Course: Kinesiology 2032A/B
• Professor: Emily Knight

Document Summary

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