An Advantage of Using Operational Definitions Is That

question 523

Multiple Choice

An advantage of using operational definitions is that

• A)they allow other researchers to agree with these definitions
• B)they let other researchers know exactly what is meant by the various terms
• C)they automatically generate the relevant dependent and independent variables
• D)they are consistent with the law of parsimony

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Definitions:

Hair Shaft

The portion of hair that extends above the skin surface, made of tightly compacted keratin cells.

Keratin Production

The process by which cells form keratin, a key structural protein that makes up the hair, nails, and the outer layer of skin.

Propionibacterium Acnes

A type of bacteria commonly found on the skin that can contribute to the development of acne by infecting clogged pores.