Which statement regarding focus of methodologic research is most accurate?
A) Predicting outcomes
B) Defining the construct to be measured
C) Examining the relationship among variables
D) Quantifying the effect of the independent variable on the dependent variable

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Correct B: Methodologic research focuses on defining the construct or concept to be measured.
Incorrect A: Predicting outcomes is associated with predictive correlational design.
Incorrect C: Examining relationships among variables is the goal of descriptive correlational research.
Incorrect D: Analyzing the effect of the independent variable on the dependent variable is the goal of experimental and quasi-experimental research.

Which Statement Regarding Focus of Methodologic Research Is Most Accurate