Which of the Following Is a Common Threat to the Internal

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common threat to the internal validity of a study?

• A) Reactivity of assessment.
• B) Timing of measurement.
• C) Sample characteristics.
• D) Statistical regression.

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Definitions:

Withdrawal

The process or symptoms of ceasing to use an addictive substance, which can include physical and mental health effects.

Aggression

Behavior aimed at causing harm or pain to others, which can be physical, verbal, or non-verbal.

Regression

Regression is a defense mechanism identified in psychoanalytic theory, where an individual retreats to earlier stages of development or simpler forms of behavior in the face of stress or as a means of coping.

Denial

A psychological defense mechanism wherein a person refuses to accept reality or facts, thus protecting themselves from uncomfortable feelings.