Which of the Following Best Addresses the Nature of the Threat

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best addresses the nature of the threat to internal validity that is caused by instrumentation?

• A) changes in how variable is measured during the course of the study
• B) the differential dropping out of the participants from a study
• C) an unexpected or unrelated event occurring during the study that could influence responses
• D) physiological changes occurring in participants during the course of the study

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Definitions:

Statistical Testing

A mathematical procedure to determine if there is a significant difference between groups or conditions in a study.

Convergent Validation

A method in research where different approaches are used to collect data on the same subject, enhancing the reliability of the findings.

Lines of Sight

In management or design, the clear visual or conceptual path for workflow, communication, or strategic alignment.

Triangulation

The use of multiple methods or data sources in research to improve the accuracy and validity of results by cross-verifying findings.