Which of the following represents the most concrete term?
a. Concept
b. Construct
c. Framework
d. Variable
ANS: D
A variable is more specific than a concept and is measurable. A concept is more abstract than a variable and represents the name for an object or phenomenon of interest. A concept is the most abstract element of all. A framework explains how the researcher sees the relationship between variables.
A concept is more abstract than a variable and represents the name for an object or phenomenon of interest. A concept is the most abstract element of all.
A construct is a concept that has been created for the study.
A framework explains how the researcher sees the relationship between variables.
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