Which of the following distinguishes random error from other types of measurement errors?
a. Our measurements are open to various interpretations by respondents.
b. Questions may be clear and specific about what we are measuring.
c. Careful consideration is given to the questions used.
d. Large numbers of respondents provide the wrong answers to more than five of the questions asked.
Ans: A
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