What Is Meant by the Reliability of a Method

question 6

Multiple Choice

What is meant by the reliability of a method?

• A) The extent to which two independent raters would generate the same answers
• B) The extent to which a method has real-world applicability
• C) A statistical method for reducing the complexity of a data set
• D) The extent to which the same measure would yield the same result if repeated

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Definitions:

Accounting Equation

The foundation of double-entry bookkeeping, representing the relationship: Assets = Liabilities + Equity.

Debit-Credit Analysis

A fundamental accounting technique that balances debits and credits in financial transactions to maintain the equation of assets = liabilities + equity.

Credit Services

Financial services that provide customers with credit facilities to purchase goods or services, including loans, credit cards, and lines of credit.

GAAP

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, a standard framework of guidelines for financial accounting used in any jurisdiction.