Reliability Is

question 8

Multiple Choice

Reliability is

• A) the degree to which a measure taps what we think it is measuring.
• B) the degree to which a measure yields consistent results.
• C) comparing the results of each researcher's findings.
• D) a method of checking researcher's conclusions.
• E) none of these.

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Definitions:

Retained Earnings

The portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders as dividends but retained by the company for reinvestment.

Dividends Declared

The announcement by a company's board of directors of the intention to pay a dividend to shareholders, indicating the amount and payment date.

Financial Position

A snapshot of a company's assets, liabilities, and equity at a specific point in time, illustrating its economic standing.

Statement of Income

A financial document outlining a company's revenues, expenses, and net income over a specific period.