One Disadvantage That Results from the Use of Operational Definitions

question 30

Multiple Choice

One disadvantage that results from the use of operational definitions is that

• A)the reliability and validity of the operational definition become equivalent.
• B)there are far too many psychological constructs.
• C)a potentially limitless number of operational definitions exists for any construct.
• D)communication among scientists becomes confuseD.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Needs

Cognitive needs are the mental requirements of an individual for understanding, discovering, and making sense of the world around them.

Hierarchy of Needs

A theory by Abraham Maslow outlining a pyramid of human needs, from basic physiological needs to the need for self-actualization.

Metapathology

The study or theory of underlying psychological dysfunction or disease.

Self-Actualizing Person

A term coined by Abraham Maslow referring to an individual who has achieved the highest level of psychological development and is fully realizing their potential.