A graphic or symbolic representation of a phenomenon not directly observable, which allows the reader to visualize key constructs and their interrelationships, is called what?
a. A concept
b. A conceptual definition
c. An operational definition
d. A model
ANS: D
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A A concept is an image or symbolic representation of an abstract idea that can be concrete (e.g., weight) or abstract (e.g., hope).
B A conceptual framework defines or explains the concept as it is rooted in the theoretical literature.
C The operational definition specifies how a concept will be measured.
D A model is a graphic or symbolic representation of a phenomenon that allows a reader to visualize the key concepts/constructs and their identified interrelationships.
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