Brittany, a Softball Player Who Plays Catcher for the Local

question 28

Multiple Choice

Brittany, a softball player who plays catcher for the local college, has thrown out base stealers at a 42, 39, and 41 percent rate over her three years. Her performance could be considered which of the following?

• A) Valid
• B) Invalid
• C) Reliable
• D) Not reliable

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