A conclusion drawn from evidence presented in a study is called which of the following?
A) Statistically significant
B) Valid
C) Inference
D) Credible
C
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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence presented in the research study. Statistically significant means that the study has a high probability of being "real." Validity is the soundness of the study. Credibility is achieved to the extent that the methods engender confidence in the truth of the data and in the researchers' interpretation.
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