When a Researcher Defines the Variables in a Study Both

question 22

Multiple Choice

When a researcher defines the variables in a study both conceptually and operationally, selects instruments with good validity, and attempts to make the data collection procedures the same for all subjects, what is the goal?

• A) Achieve a high correlation coefficient.
• B) Create a high degree of reliability.
• C) Describe the setting for a study.
• D) Protect against bias.

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