The Extent to Which a Researcher Can Claim That His

question 45

Multiple Choice

The extent to which a researcher can claim that his or her findings are applicable to a larger population than was studied is known as:

• A) validity.
• B) reliability.
• C) causality.
• D) generalizability.

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Definitions:

Cash Collection

The process of gathering and managing payments received from customers.

Discount Period

The period between the issuance of a bill, note, or bond and its maturity date, during which it may be purchased at a reduced price to yield interest upon redemption at full price.

Receivables Turnover Ratio

A financial metric that measures how efficiently a company collects its outstanding receivables over a period, calculated as sales divided by average accounts receivable.

Uncollectible Account

Accounts receivable that are deemed irrecoverable and are written off as a loss because the debtor is unable to pay.