In selecting a research design, what would indicate that the researcher's choice was not the correct one? The
a. methods of measurement do not match the research purpose.
b. plans for data analysis are reasonable and match the study questions.
c. researcher is capable of conducting the study.
d. research question can be addressed with the design chosen.
ANS: A
In a correctly designed research study, the methods of measurement match or are appropriate to the research purpose.
In a correctly designed research study, the research question can be addressed with the design chosen.
In a correctly designed research study, the researcher is capable of conducting the study.
In a correctly designed research study, the plans for data analysis are reasonable and match the study questions.
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