Errors can occur in interpreting research results when
A) the researchers do not consider possible alternative explanations for the results.
B) researchers generalize their results without supporting evidence.
C) the mean group score on a variable is assumed to be characteristic of all members of the group.
D) any of the above situations occur.

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All of the listed situations can lead to errors in interpreting research results. Researchers must consider possible alternative explanations for the results, avoid generalizing without supporting evidence, and recognize that the mean group score does not necessarily apply to all individuals in the group.

Errors Can Occur in Interpreting Research Results When