Which Alternative Correctly Pairs a Threat to the Validity of Research

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which alternative correctly pairs a threat to the validity of research with an example

• A)external validity -- Dr.daSilva fails to support his results with any statistical tests.
• B)internal validity -- Dr.Abdallah uses a survey to investigate the personality trait of optimism.However, the questionnaire she uses actually measures a different trait than optimism.
• C)statistical conclusion validity -- Dr.Carvalho's results do not extend to participants of different cultural backgrounds.
• D)construct validity -- Dr.Abdallah uses a survey to investigate the personality trait of optimism.However, the questionnaire she uses actually measures a different trait than optimism.

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Definitions:

Tongue

A muscular organ in the mouth of most vertebrates that manipulates food for mastication and is used in the act of swallowing.

Palate

The roof of the mouth in humans and vertebrates, separating the oral cavity from the nasal cavity and consisting of the hard and soft palate.

Pharynx

A muscular tube that connects the mouth and nasal cavity to the esophagus and larynx, part of both the digestive and respiratory systems.

Chondroglossus

A muscle in the tongue that is responsible for tongue movements and shaping during speech and swallowing.