Why Is Concept Measurement in the Social Sciences Important

question 16

Multiple Choice

Why is concept measurement in the social sciences important?

• A) Because researchers often have different ideas about how to measure concepts
• B) Because it is necessary to create indicators from variables
• C) Because most concepts involve tangible items that can be easily quantified
• D) Because operationalization is often the first step in research

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