Which of the Following Is TRUE About Error in Psychological

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE about error in psychological measurement?

• A) As with other fields, error is synonymous with "mistake."
• B) Error only refers to deliberate misrepresentation of results rather than carelessness.
• C) Error is an expected component of measurement.
• D) Error can be eliminated only by care and vigilance.

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