In Scientific Research, Validity Refers to

question 13

Multiple Choice

In scientific research, validity refers to

• A) whether the research has been carefully conducted.
• B) whether the conclusions drawn about the research are correct.
• C) whether an experimental design has been used.
• D) whether the scientist has used a representative sample.

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Definitions:

Bad Debt Expense

An estimated expense recognized by businesses for accounts receivable that are considered unlikely to be collected.

Salvage Value

The projected value of an asset when it reaches the end of its operational lifespan.

Useful Life

The estimated time period an asset is expected to be used by a company before it is no longer useful or becomes obsolete.

Double-Entry System

An accounting system where each transaction is entered twice, as a debit in one account and a credit in another, to ensure the accounting equation is always balanced.