Asked by Vanessa Zuniga on Apr 24, 2024
The question of whether a researcher's interpretations are accurate,that is,whether his or her measurements measure what they are supposed to measure,is a question of:
A) reliability
B) validity
C) generalizability
D) causality
E) accuracy
Validity
The degree to which a measure actually measures what it is intended to measure.
Researcher's Interpretations
The conclusions or explanations made by researchers based on their findings from studies, which are subject to academic scrutiny and debate.
Measurements
The process of obtaining quantitative data or the magnitude of something using standard units.
- Determine and elaborate on the ideas of reliability, validity, and generalizability as they pertain to research studies.
Learning Objectives
- Determine and elaborate on the ideas of reliability, validity, and generalizability as they pertain to research studies.