Arthur has developed a hypothesis and now is designing a study to test it.Which of the following can provide the best guidance regarding his choice of measures,types of data to be collected,and methods for interpreting the data?
A)The people who are readily available to study
B)The scientific literature in the area of interest
C)The method that can be replicated by others
D)Personal observations during the development phase

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The scientific literature in the area of interest can provide the best guidance regarding choice of measures, types of data to be collected, and methods for interpreting the data. This allows for a more informed and evidence-based approach to designing the study. The other options, such as the people who are readily available to study or personal observations, may not provide as reliable or valid information for designing the study. Replicability is important, but it is not directly related to the choice of measures, data collection, or data interpretation methods.

Arthur Has Developed a Hypothesis and Now Is Designing a Study