Internal validity

 

Internal validity is the extent to which the relationship being tested are not influenced by other factors. The study established a trustworthy cause and effect relationship that not influenced by outside variables. In other words, internal validity determines whether the observed effects or outcomes can be confidently attributed to the variables being studied, rather than other factors. Ensuring high internal validity is crucial for drawing accurate conclusions and making valid inferences from research findings.

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