Which statement about the threats to internal validity present in a quasi-experimental study using a nonequivalent control group design is most accurate?
A) The study results will not be statistically significant.
B) The study can be strengthened by identifying and controlling threats to internal validity.
C) The results of the study cannot be generalized beyond the actual population studied.
D) Observation rather than causation is the purpose.

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Correct B: Identification of and control of threats to internal validity can strengthen this study design.
Incorrect A: Statistical significance of results should not be affected.
Incorrect C: Generalization of results is controlled by sampling approaches and not fully associated with internal validity threats.
Incorrect D: Causation is being examined in a quasi-experimental study.

Which Statement About the Threats to Internal Validity Present in a Quasi-Experimental