When should data be discarded?
A) When the data do not support the researcher's original hypothesis of how responding should appear
B) When data are known to violate basic standards of measurement or are not collected under intended conditions
C) When the data do not provide a clear understanding of why the specific target behavior is occurring
D) Data should never be discarded

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Data should be discarded when they are known to violate basic standards of measurement or are not collected under intended conditions. This will ensure that the data is accurate and reliable for analysis. However, all efforts should be made to minimize discarding data as much as possible.

When Should Data Be Discarded