Any factor that limits the ability to generalize the results of a research study to different populations or different environments is a threat to external validity.

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This statement is true. External validity refers to the extent to which the results of a study can be generalized beyond the specific sample and setting used in the study. Factors that limit generalizability are considered threats to external validity.

Any Factor That Limits the Ability to Generalize the Results