A Skill That Is More Important in Program Evaluation Compared

question 7

Multiple Choice

A skill that is more important in program evaluation compared to basic social science research is

• A) estimating accurately how much time each phase of the project will require.
• B) being able to plan valid research designs.
• C) selecting measures of behavior that are reliable.
• D) molding the project to answer questions relevant to social theories.

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Definitions:

B.F. Skinner

A renowned psychologist who was a leading proponent of behaviorism, emphasizing the importance of reinforcement in shaping behavior.

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