________ represents stable factors that affect the observed score in the same way each time the measurement is made,such as mechanical factors (see Fig.9.6 in the text).
A) Variable error
B) Systematic error
C) Random error
D) Measurement error

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This describes systematic error, which is consistent and affects the observed score the same way each time. Variable error and random error refer to sources of error that vary from one measurement to another. Measurement error is a broad term that encompasses all types of errors that can occur in a measurement process.

________ Represents Stable Factors That Affect the Observed Score in the Same