The file drawer problem makes it difficult to determine
A) the prediction was made before or after seeing the results.
B) the appropriate statistical tests were used.
C) the strength of an effect due to lack of replication.
D) how valid the measures were.

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The file drawer problem refers to the bias created when studies with non-significant results are not published or are not included in meta-analyses. This makes it difficult to determine the strength of an effect due to lack of replication. It does not directly affect the prediction being made before or after the results, the appropriate statistical tests, or the validity of the measures used.

The File Drawer Problem Makes It Difficult to Determine