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A researcher develops her own measure of a variable rather than use measures already available. This researcher's new measure does not appear to be highly reliable or valid. This could affect
 
  A) statistical and construct validity.
  B) statistical and internal validity.
  C) internal and external validity.
  D) external and construct validity.

Question 2

An example of a threat to ________ validity is the use of an unreliable dependent measure.
 
  A) general
  B) internal
  C) external
  D) statistical
 
  Fill in the blank with the correct answer.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D



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