When a Researcher Talks About the Validity of Things Being

question 22

Multiple Choice

When a researcher talks about the validity of things being measured, what does that mean?

• A) The measurements have been used successfully in other studies.
• B) The research instrument measures what it is supposed to.
• C) Re-using the measurements repeatedly produces the same results.
• D) Other variables in the research are affecting the measured results.

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Definitions:

Income Growth

An increase in the amount of money earned by individuals or households over time.

Country

A distinct territorial body or political entity that is recognized as an independent nation.

Capital Accumulation

The growth of assets or wealth through investment or profits, often reinvested to generate further growth.

Costly

Something described as costly is considered to have a high price or to entail a great expense, often in terms of money, time, or effort.