Two observers record similar observations on a behavioral rating scale for a group of children they are watching. The researchers have established what kind of reliability?
A) split-half reliability
B) internal reliability
C) test-retest reliability
D) inter-rater reliability

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Inter-rater reliability refers to the consistency of observations made by different observers or raters. In this scenario, the fact that two observers recorded similar observations on a behavioral rating scale indicates a high level of inter-rater reliability.

Two Observers Record Similar Observations on a Behavioral Rating Scale