Who Is Responsible for Deciding Which Validity Is Prioritized in a Study

question 58

Multiple Choice

Who is responsible for deciding which validity is prioritized in a study?

• A)the researcher
• B)the participants
• C)the peer reviewers
• D)the journalist

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Definitions:

Unconscious

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