A Researcher Has Assessed the Reliability and Validity of His

question 81

Multiple Choice

A researcher has assessed the reliability and validity of his data and is comfortable in thinking the data accurately matches reality. Which characteristic of valuable information does this best describe?

• A) relevance
• B) completeness
• C) quality
• D) timeliness

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Definitions:

Social Problems

Issues within a society that are recognized by a significant number of people as being concerns or obstacles to the social well-being.

Postmodern Thought

Philosophical movement characterized by skepticism toward grand narratives and ideologies, emphasizing instead the importance of individual experience and the relative nature of truth.

1980s

A decade characterized by major political, technological, and cultural changes worldwide, marked by the end of the Cold War era and significant advancements in personal computing and music.

Victorian Era

A period in British history during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901), noted for its strict social morality, industrial advancements, and imperial expansion.