Because researchers cannot know whether the results will generalize to what happens outside of the laboratory, human laboratory studies often have ________ validity.

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External validity refers to the extent to which the results of a study can be generalized to the real world. Since human laboratory studies are conducted in a controlled environment and may not reflect the complexity of real-world situations, they often have low external validity. Therefore, the correct choice is B, low external validity.

Because Researchers Cannot Know Whether the Results Will Generalize to What