Descriptive Validity Refers to ______

question 72

Multiple Choice

Descriptive validity refers to ______.

• A) the accuracy of the interpretations of participants' behaviors and words
• B) the factual accuracy of the account provided in the research
• C) the extent to which the researcher behaved objectively enough to report the data and findings in an unbiased manner, without making judgments of the collected data
• D) the extent to which the study, and its final report, relates the phenomenon being studied to a broader theory

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Definitions:

Communication Barriers

Obstacles or difficulties in the process of exchanging information that prevent clear and effective communication.

Cross-Cultural Training

Education or training designed to help individuals understand and adapt to cultural differences, enhancing their effectiveness in international environments.

Non-Hierarchical

A structure or organization in which power and authority are distributed evenly among members, without a clear chain of command.

Defensive Labeling

A strategy employed by companies to preemptively address potential criticisms about their products or services through cautious or mitigative language.