An operational definition states:
A) how something is to be observed and measured.
B) how the purpose of a study will be explained to the participants.
C) the meaning of a term in commonly used, non-scientific language.
D) which research methods will be used in a study.

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An operational definition specifies how a concept or variable will be observed and measured in a study, allowing for consistency and accuracy in data collection. It does not address explaining the purpose of the study to participants, the meaning of terms in lay language, or the research methods to be used.

An Operational Definition States