During a repeated measures design, counseling researchers note that participants' mental health symptoms are fluctuating significantly. Which type of validity threat would most account for this occurrence?

a. History
b. Instrumentation
c. Attrition
d. Selection

Answer: b. Instrumentation

Psychology

You might also like to view...

Which disorder primarily involves the inability to respond normally in key areas of sexual functioning, resulting in difficulty enjoying sexual intercourse?

A. pedophilia B. fetishism C. homosexuality D. sexual dysfunction

Psychology

Research has shown that social support helps moderate the effects of stress

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology