Which is the best description of "validity"?
A. The ability of an instrument to yield consistent results over time.
B. The ability of a study to produce quantifiable data.
C. The ability of a researcher to correctly define the research variables.
D. The ability of an instrument to measure what it is supposed to measure.
Answer: D
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