1.Any factor that is associated with the independent variable and that is not purposely introduced by the researcher is considered a ____ error
subject |
random |
testing |
confounding |
An experimental finding that is easily demonstrated in the laboratory but not in the real world suffers from a problem with ____ validity.
internal |
external |
construct |
statistical |
External validity refers to the extent to which
research results can be generalized to other situations |
the experimenter unintentionally communicates his or her expectations to the participants |
historical events occurred that accompanied one or more of the experimental treatments |
the observed relationship is a true cause-effect relationship |
If a researcher asks, "Can we be sure that the observed relationship between the independent and dependent variables represents a true cause-effect relationship?" then the researcher is concerned about ____ validity
internal |
construct |
external |
statistical
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