When measuring behavior, researchers want the variability in participants' scores on the variable being measured to
A)be as large as possible.
B)be unaffected by their manipulation of the independent variable.
C)correspond to the variability in participants' actual behavior.
D)be random.

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Variability in participants' scores should reflect the true variability in their behavior, ensuring that the measurement accurately captures differences among individuals. This allows researchers to understand and analyze the natural differences in behavior within the population being studied.

When Measuring Behavior, Researchers Want the Variability in Participants' Scores