Generalizing research findings from animals to human beings is considered to be a potential threat to
a) Internal validity
b) Statistical conclusion validity
c) External validity
d) Construct validity
Correct Answer: c
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What will be an ideal response?
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Bronfenbrenner emphasized that a child's objective environment is not as important to development as is his or her
a. subjective environment. c. cognitive abilities. b. support systems. d. role models.