Internal Validity Is a Condition Which Is Satisfied By

question 19

Multiple Choice

Internal validity is a condition which is satisfied by:

• A) the results of a study being generalizable to other groups in general
• B) dependent variable changes being caused by the treatment variable
• C) the value of a study to the scientific community as a whole
• D) none of the above

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Definitions:

Confounding Variables

In a correlational study, an outside variable related to the primary variables; also known as third variables.

Gene-Environment Interaction

The complex interplay between genetic predispositions and environmental influences on an individual's traits and behaviors.

Individual Differences

Variations among individuals in their behavior, emotion, and cognition.