A change in behavior simply as a result of earlier experience in the study is a threat to _________validity.
A) internal
B) external
C) construct
D) statistical

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A change in behavior as a result of earlier experience in the study can affect the internal validity of the research, which refers to the extent to which the study identifies a causal relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable. If participants change their behavior as a result of previous experience or exposure to the study, the researcher cannot ascertain if changes in behavior or outcomes are due to the independent variable or due to external factors.

A Change in Behavior Simply as a Result of Earlier