When the researcher is unable to provide clear evidence that the independent variable preceded the effect, we have the threat to internal validity known as:
a. Ambiguous temporal precedence
b. Proper time order
c. Improper causal precedence
d. Linear temporal precedence
Ans: a
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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