When a researcher first carries out a replication of another researcher's study, the major purpose is
A) to improve on the methodology of the first researcher.
B) to check whether the same results occur.
C) avoid sampling errors
D) to enable generalization to a wider population
E) to prevent subjects guessing the hypothesis of the experiment.

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The primary purpose of replicating a study is to verify if the original findings are reproducible, ensuring the results are reliable and not due to chance or specific conditions of the initial experiment.

When a Researcher First Carries Out a Replication of Another