Which of the Following Is NOT a Threat to the Internal

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a threat to the internal validity of an experiment?

• A) History
• B) Maturation
• C) Attrition
• D) Sample characteristics

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Definitions:

Probability Sampling

A sampling technique in which every member of the population has a known, non-zero chance of being selected.

Broader Population

Refers to a larger or more general group of individuals from which samples may be drawn for research or statistical analysis.

Random Number Generator

A tool or algorithm used to produce a sequence of numbers that lacks any predictable pattern, often used in statistical sampling, computer simulations, and cryptography.

Volunteer Sampling

The selection of research participants from a pool of individuals who have expressed a willingness to participate, which may not fully represent the population.