Evaluating Operational Definitions If a Team of Observers Gradually Changes

question 15

Multiple Choice

Evaluating Operational Definitions If a team of observers gradually changes its criteria for judging the aggressiveness of children's play as they became more familiar with the procedure, the study's internal validity could be jeopardized by a(n) _____ threat.

• A)history
• B)instrumentation
• C)statistical regression
• D)testing

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Definitions:

Depressed

Characterized by feelings of severe despondency and dejection, often related to mental health conditions like depression.

Neuropathic Pain

The result of a disturbance of the peripheral or central nervous system that results in pain that may or may not be associated with an ongoing tissue-damaging process

Bowel Resection

A surgical procedure that involves the removal of a portion of the intestine, either the colon, rectum, or both.

Grimacing

A facial expression often characterized by a contortion of the face, usually indicative of pain, discomfort, or disapproval.