When Explaining How the Data Are to Be Analyzed and Interpreted

question 15

Multiple Choice

When explaining how the data are to be analyzed and interpreted:

• A)it is best to provide only a general plan as things will probably change over the course of the study anyway.
• B)it is best to be as detailed as possible so all contingencies related to analysis and interpretation can be anticipated.
• C)it is impossible to be highly detailed until one has the actual data in hand.
• D)an overly specific plan may bias the analyses or interpretation,impairing the validity of the study.

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