Internal Validity Is Concerned with Which of the Following

question 87

Multiple Choice

Internal validity is concerned with which of the following?

• A) the representativeness of the sample test units
• B) the extent that the observed relationship between the independent variable and dependent variable is generalizable to the real world
• C) the measurement of extraneous variables that are internal to the experimental setting itself
• D) the extent to which the change in the dependent variable was actually due to the independent variable
• E) the control of the complex variables not having an effect on the independent variable

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Definitions:

Cognitive-behavioral Therapy

A psychotherapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions through a goal-oriented, systematic process.

Rational-emotive Therapy

A form of cognitive-behavioral therapy focusing on identifying and altering irrational beliefs that lead to emotional and behavioral issues.

Social Gatherings

Events where multiple people come together to engage in activities or interact for purposes of entertainment, community, or socializing.

Group Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that involves one or more therapists working with several people at the same time, beneficial for improving social skills and learning from others' experiences.