An operational definition is
A. the transformation of an abstract concept into indicators that are observable and measurable.
B. a relationship between two variables whereby a change in one coincides with a change in the other.
C. the extent to which a measure provides consistent results.
D. a speculative statement about the relationship between two variables.
Answer: A
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