Specific description of a variable that allows it to be measured is called:
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- Experimental
- Designing a study
- Operationalization
- Conceptualization
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
- (A) Experimental: Refers to a study type, not defining variables.
- (B) Designing a study: Involves planning research, not defining measurable variables.
- (C) Operationalization: Correct. It means defining a variable specifically for measurement.
- (D) Conceptualization: Refers to the idea formation, not precise measurement. Thus, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{{(C) Operationalization}} \]
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