In a study involving multiple data collectors, the researcher helps to ensure consistency in data collection by
a. describing the study participant recruitment process in the research summary.
b. detailing the training process of the data collectors in the research report.
c. discarding data that includes even minor deviations in data collection methods.
d. minimizing the influence of intervening forces on the study findings.
ANS: B
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