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Experimental studies of bias: Imperfect but neither useless nor unique
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 13 May 2022
Abstract
Cesario provides a compelling critique of the use of experimental social psychology to explain real-world group disparities. We concur with his targeted critique and extend “the problem of missing information” to another common measures of bias. We disagree with Cesario's broader argument that the entire enterprise be abandoned, suggesting instead targeted utilization. Finally, we question whether the critique is appropriately directed at experimental social psychologists.
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What can experimental studies of bias tell us about real-world group disparities?
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Author response
Reply to the commentaries: A radical revision of experimental social psychology is still needed