In reviewing a research study, which of the following statements would indicate clear problems with the findings?
A) "Descriptive statistics indicated confirmation of the generalizability of the findings."
B) "From the random sample of 1500 subjects from 16 colleges and universities, it was determined that nursing students tend to eat healthier while studying for an exam than other undergraduate students."
C) "The instrument selected has been used in many previous studies and has good reliability and validity."
D) "The sample consisted of 5000 clients with hypertension cared for in primary care settings from around the county."

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To justify generalizability of the results of confirmatory analyses, a rigorous research methodology is needed, including strong research design, reliable and valid measurement methods, and a large sample size. Descriptive statistics are not inferential statistics; they only describe the situation.
The large sample size gleaned from several colleges and universities helps make the results generalizable to the population.
The use of valid and reliable instruments strengthens the results of the study, increasing its generalizability.
The large sample size from many clinics strengthens the results of the study, increasing its generalizability.

In Reviewing a Research Study, Which of the Following Statements