Situational factors,such as the lack of clarity of the scale,including the instructions or the items themselves,and analysis factors,such as differences in scoring and statistical analysis are both ________ in measurement.
A)random error
B)potential sources of reliability
C)potential sources of error
D)systematic error

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Situational factors and analysis factors both have the potential to introduce error and thereby reduce the reliability and validity of the measurement. They are not necessarily random or systematic, but their impact can be significant on the accuracy of the results. Therefore, the correct option is C, potential sources of error.

Situational Factors,such as the Lack of Clarity of the Scale,including