External Validity Refers To

question 14

Multiple Choice

External validity refers to:

• A) The degree to which study results can be generalized to other cases not studied as well as to the population in general.
• B) Creating equivalent groups through random sampling.
• C) The amount of confidence we have that changes in the dependent variable are the result of the independent variable and not some other factor.
• D) Minimizing attrition in longitudinal or time series designs.

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Definitions:

Larynx

A hollow muscular structure situated at the upper part of the airway in humans, housing the vocal cords and serving as the organ of voice production.

Fetal Skeleton

The bony structure that provides support to the developing fetus within the womb, consisting largely of cartilage that will gradually ossify into bone.

Long Bones

Long bones are bones that are longer than they are wide, primarily found in the arms, legs, hands, and feet, essential for movement and support.

Fibroblasts

A type of cell found in connective tissue, which produces collagen and other fibers that are essential for tissue repair and maintenance.