The Authors of Your Text State That the Basic Dilemma

question 93

Multiple Choice

The authors of your text state that the basic dilemma of the social psychologist is the trade-off between internal and external validity. What is the best way to resolve this dilemma?

• A) Focus on internal validity, because it is the most important for establishing causal relationships
• B) Focus on external validity, because this demonstrates how research generalizes to other people and situations
• C) Use both observational and correlational approaches to research
• D) Replicate results using both laboratory and field studies to maximize both types of validity

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Definitions:

Susceptible

Likely to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing or condition due to vulnerability or lack of resistance.

Church Membership

The formal affiliation or association with a particular religious congregation or denomination.

Conversely Related

Indicates a situation where two variables move in opposite directions; as one increases, the other decreases, and vice versa.

Drift Away

To gradually become distant from someone or something, often referring to relationships or interests fading over time.