In the process of interpretation of quantitative results, evidence of the validity of the results is derived from:
A) alternate methods of data analysis.
B) close examination of the measurement tool.
C) linking results to study framework.
D) reexamination of the research purpose.

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Because validity reflects the extent to which a measurement instrument actually measures the construct or concept being measured, a research consumer should look closely at the measurement tool to ensure that what was being measured in the study is valid.
Validity would not be determined from additional data analysis.
Although this is important, it would not provide validity for the study findings.
The research purpose would not provide evidence of validity.

In the Process of Interpretation of Quantitative Results, Evidence of the Validity