In your research, you hope that your operational definitions are good measurements of the abstract, complex concepts you are investigating. The degree to which your operational definitions are good measurements relates to
a. convergent validity.
b. external validity.
c. divergent validity.
d. construct validity.
D
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Dillon's Rule:
A. granted extensive powers to municipalities. B. provided for a strict interpretation of the charter in determining a municipality's powers. C. provided for a loose interpretation of the charter in determining a municipality's powers. D. provided for a strict interpretation of the charter in determining a school district's powers.
The increasing concentration of power in the hands of the chief executive over time is called
a. creeping authoritarianism. b. shadow government. c. vital center. d. majoritarian democracy. e. bureaucratic authoritarianism.
Regarding philosophical and ideological factors, which of the following is true regarding differences between Democrats and Republicans?
A) Democrats tend to believe more in the ability of government to solve problems than do Republicans. B) Republicans tend to believe more in the ability of government to solve problems than do Democrats. C) Republicans more than Democrats believe in the inclusion of all relevant groups and viewpoints. D) Democrats more than Republicans see themselves as insiders who represent the core of American society and are carriers of fundamental values. E) None of the above.
Since the early months of 2011, Syrian ruler Bashar al-Assad has sought to suppress domestic dissent through the extensive use of deadly force
If President Obama sought to involve the United States in the crisis, what formal and informal powers could he use to enlist congressional and public support? What will be an ideal response?