Which of the Following Is True of Instrumentation Threats

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of instrumentation threats?

• A)They are the same as testing threats.
• B)They occur only when using mechanical instruments (e.g., blood pressure cuffs, scales).
• C)They can be avoided with counterbalancing.
• D)They are only problematic in observational research.

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