Social scientists are concerned with the validity of a measurement. What does that mean?

a. The instrument measures what it is supposed to
b. The instrument makes sense to research participants
c. The instrument can detect outcomes
d. The instrument has internal consistency


Ans: a. The instrument measures what it is supposed to

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