In Reviewing a Research Study, Which of the Following Statements

question 20

Multiple Choice

In reviewing a research study, which of the following statements would indicate clear problems with the findings?

• A) "Descriptive statistics indicated confirmation of the generalizability of the findings."
• B) "From the random sample of 1500 subjects from 16 colleges and universities, it was determined that nursing students tend to eat healthier while studying for an exam than other undergraduate students."
• C) "The instrument selected has been used in many previous studies and has good reliability and validity."
• D) "The sample consisted of 5000 clients with hypertension cared for in primary care settings from around the county."

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Definitions:

Official Languages

Languages that are given a special legal status in particular countries, states, or other jurisdictions, often used in government functions.

Multicultural Population

A community consisting of individuals from a variety of cultural, ethnic, and racial backgrounds, often necessitating inclusive approaches in education, policy, and healthcare.

Assimilation

The process by which a person or a group's language and/or culture come to resemble those of another group.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion or judgment, often negative, about someone or something, usually not based on reason or actual experience.