In an experimental design, the most serious threat to internal validity typically is:
A) Mortality
B) Selection
C) Maturation
D) History
A
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Eight-year-old Ted's foster mother is discussing her concerns about Ted's recent dental checkup when three cavities were found in his permanent teeth
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