Which Type of Reliability Exists When Consistency of Observation, Measured

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which type of reliability exists when consistency of observation, measured by a correlation coefficient, is noted between two or more research assistants who record their observations of an event at the same time?

• A) Internal consistency
• B) Parallel forms
• C) Test-retest
• D) Interrater

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Definitions:

Ending Inventory

The cumulative worth of all unsold merchandise at the close of a financial period.

Retail Method

An accounting method used to estimate inventory value by converting the cost of goods available for sale into retail prices and then calculating ending inventory at retail prices.

Ending Inventory

The total value of goods available for sale at the end of an accounting period, calculated by adding purchases to beginning inventory and subtracting the cost of goods sold.

Weighted Average Periodic Method

An inventory costing method where goods are valued at an average cost, calculated periodically, taking into account the weight of each purchase.