You are asked to evaluate a research study on a number of important issues, including external validity. When you read the research report to evaluate this particular issue, you will look for information that will help you decide which of the following?

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To evaluate external validity, we need to determine whether the findings of the study can be generalized beyond the sample used in the study. We would look for information such as the characteristics of the participants and the setting in which the study was conducted, to evaluate whether the findings are representative of other populations or settings. Factors such as random assignment (D) and level of statistical significance (A) are more relevant for internal validity, while the degree of objectivity in measures (B) is important for construct validity.

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