Ravneet is doing a study on social support in newlyweds and depression. He would like to collect data from a representative sample. This means Ravneet should:
A) recruit couples at bridal shows so he can ensure that couples will be newly married when they enter his study.
B) ensure that the couples in his sample are similar to the population of newlywed couples to which he would like to generalize.
C) make sure there aren't any college student couples in his study, because these couples have been overrepresented in relationship research.
D) give up nowÑthere is no way he will be able to find a representative sample of newlywed couples.

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It is important for Ravneet to ensure that the couples in his sample are similar to the population of newlywed couples to which he would like to generalize. This will increase the external validity of his results and allow him to make accurate inferences about the larger population based on his sample. Option A is not reliable since only those couples attending bridal shows will be included. Option C is not necessary and may actually limit the diversity of his sample. Option D is not a viable option and it does not offer a solution.

Ravneet Is Doing a Study on Social Support in Newlyweds