If Faced with the Dilemma of Choosing Between Internal Validity

question 136

Multiple Choice

If faced with the dilemma of choosing between internal validity and external validity, an experimenter should give priority to

• A) internal validity.
• B) external validity.

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Definitions:

Pledging

Pledging involves using assets as collateral to secure a loan or obligation, ensuring the lender or party has a claim to the asset if the borrower defaults.

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

A contra-asset account that reduces the total accounts receivable on the balance sheet to reflect the amount that is expected to go uncollected.

Credit Sales

Sales in which the customer is allowed to pay at a later date, typically used to increase business by offering clients flexible payment terms.

Unadjusted Balance

The initial balance of an account before any adjustments for interest, payments, or discrepancies have been made.