______ introduces consistent, chronic distortion into an empirical measurement.
A) Random error
B) Ecological error
C) Distribution error
D) Systematic error

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Systematic error is a type of error that consistently distorts an empirical measurement. It usually arises from a flaw in the measuring system or instrument, or from some consistent problem with the conditions of the data collection process. Random error is a type of error that is unpredictable and varies in magnitude and direction across different measurements. Ecological error refers to the fallacy of making inferences about individuals based solely on group-level data. Distribution error is not a recognized term in statistics.

______ Introduces Consistent, Chronic Distortion into an Empirical Measurement