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jCorn1234

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Operational definitions
 
  a. tell a surgeon precisely how to perform an operation on abnormal external genitals.
  b. may be important in determining the outcome of a study.
  c. specify why the media prefer studies about gender differences, rather than studies about gender similarities.
  d. are typically specified after the study has been completed.

Question 2

Your textbook discussed research methods in the area of psychology of women. According to this discussion, the term operational definition describes
 
  a. instructions about how to operate the appropriate equipment that will be used in the study.
  b. how researchers measure the relevant variables.
  c. specifications about the kinds of people who will participate in the study.
  d. the specific methods that will be used to recruit participants.



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B



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