Which Research Strategy Is Correctly Matched with the Type of Validity

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which research strategy is correctly matched with the type of validity it is aimed at minimizing?

• A) using a double-blind design--internal validity
• B) replicating a study--internal validity
• C) using a representative sample--internal validity
• D) using a placebo--external validity

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