In Examining the Measure of Binge Drinking, a Researcher Found

question 8

Multiple Choice

In examining the measure of binge drinking, a researcher found that two groups of college students answered the questions in a consistent way. However, the researchers found that most college students did not answer truthfully. As such, this measure of binge drinking was ______ but not ______.

• A) reliable; valid
• B) valid; reliable
• C) true; consistent
• D) testable; reliable

Explore the effects of globalization on economic structures, including the movement of manufacturing jobs and the distribution of wealth.

Investigate the cultural impacts of globalization, including cultural diversity and homogenization.

Examine the implications of international trade agreements and structural adjustment programs on national economies and social policies.

Assess the role of international organizations in promoting fair labor practices and economic development.

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Definitions:

Outliers

Data points that lie far outside the range of the majority of a data set, deviating significantly from other observations.

Interquartile Range

The difference between the 25th and 75th percentile in a data set, showing the spread of the middle half of the values.

Scores

Values or measurements obtained from assessments, tests, or evaluations.

Variability

Refers to the extent to which data points in a statistical distribution or dataset differ from each other.