Why Is the Administration of a Pretest a Cause for Concern

question 28

Multiple Choice

Why is the administration of a pretest a cause for concern in a research study?

• A) It is a threat to internal validity, as it may affect the posttest results.
• B) It is a threat to external validity, as it may affect the posttest results.
• C) It is a form of selection bias that contributes to the problem of maturation.
• D) It is a form of maturation that contributes to the problem of selection bias.

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Comprehensive Income

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