What Does the Term "External Validity" Refer To

question 39

Multiple Choice

What does the term "external validity" refer to?

• A) validate sample results using alternative statistical techniques
• B) confirm conclusions made from a study by another researcher
• C) extent to which study results can be generalized to a larger group
• D) overlap of study results from a sample, with another study

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Definitions:

Local Governments

Administrative bodies governing smaller geographical areas within a country, responsible for local policies and regulations, typically including cities or counties.

Sales Taxes

Taxes imposed by governments on the sale of goods and services.

Regressive

A type of tax system in which the tax rate decreases as the taxable amount increases, often placing a higher burden on lower-income earners.

Inelastic Supply

A situation where the supply of a good does not significantly change when its price changes, often due to limitations in production capabilities or time constraints.