An Operational Definition

question 55

Multiple Choice

An operational definition

• A) defines a construct with other constructs
• B) defines a construct by assigning numbers to different quantities of a characteristic
• C) specifies how a construct is measured
• D) directs the development of a constitutive definition

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Definitions:

Exchange Theory

is a social psychological and sociological perspective that explains social change and stability as a process of negotiated exchanges between parties.

Valued Resources

Assets or commodities that are highly appreciated and sought after within a society or community due to their perceived utility or rarity.

Social Interaction

The process by which individuals act and react in relation to others in a societal context.

"Put-Down" Joke

A form of humor that relies on demeaning or derogatory comments towards a person or a group.