An operational definition is

A. the extent to which a measure provides consistent results.
B. an explanation of an abstract concept that is specific enough to allow a researcher to measure the concept.
C. a relationship between two variables whereby a change in one coincides with a change in the other.
D. a speculative statement about the relationship between two variables.


Answer: B

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