Which of the following is an operational definition of depression?
A) a feeling of extreme sadness
B) the opposite of euphoria
C) a sense of futility and hopelessness
D) a score on the Beck Depression Inventory

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An operational definition is a specific and measurable way to define a concept or construct. The Beck Depression Inventory is a standardized assessment tool that measures the severity of depressive symptoms. Therefore, a score on the inventory is a more objective and measurable operational definition of depression compared to the other options which are more subjective and open to interpretation.

Which of the Following Is an Operational Definition of Depression