A Survey Is Valid,if It ________

question 3

Multiple Choice

A survey is valid,if it ________.

• A)produces identical results when repeated in different situations
• B)measures what it is designed to measure
• C)produces distinct results in similar conditions
• D)captures only the opinions of people who want to participate
• E)includes compound questions

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Definitions:

Multiple Correlation

A correlation between one variable and a combined set of predictor variables.

Criterion Variable

The variable/score that is predicted based upon an individual’s score on another variable (the predictor variable).

Structural Equation Models (SEM)

A statistical technique that allows for the testing and estimation of complex relationships between observed and latent variables.

Third-Variable Problem

A situation in correlational research where a variable not studied is the true cause of the relationship observed between the variables of interest.