The Relationship Between Internal and External Validity in Research Can

question 107

Multiple Choice

The relationship between internal and external validity in research can best be described as

• A) If an experiment lacks external validity, it cannot have internal validity.
• B) If an experiment lacks internal validity, it cannot have external validity.
• C) Internal and external validity are independent of each other.

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Definitions:

Klockars's Study

A research study conducted by Carl B. Klockars involving police corruption, emphasizing the systemic and organizational aspects of corrupt practices within police departments.

Sampling Frame

A list or database from which a sample is drawn for a statistical survey, representing the population of interest.

Probability Sample

In a probability sample, the units have a known and nonzero chance of being selected.

Representative Sample

A subset of a population that accurately reflects the members of the entire population.