The interrater reliability of a new instrument is established to be 40%.What is the correct interpretation of this finding?
A) The instrument is not equivalent.
B) The instrument demonstrates homogeneity.
C) The scoring criteria require clarification.
D) The scoring criteria are clear and unambiguous.

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Correct C: The scoring criteria may require clarification because of the moderate level of percent of agreement.
Incorrect A: Interrater reliability does not establish equivalence.
Incorrect B: Interrater reliability does not establish homogeneity.
Incorrect D: The scoring criteria may not be clear and unambiguous.

The Interrater Reliability of a New Instrument Is Established to Be