Which of the following illustrates an operational definition of "shyness."
A) Shyness is caused by teasing.
B) Shyness in childhood predicts shyness in adulthood.
C) Shyness is measured by a 25-item self-report test.
D) Shyness is common in adolescence.

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An operational definition should be measurable and this choice provides a specific method of measuring shyness using a self-report test. A, B, and D do not provide measurable definitions of shyness.

Which of the Following Illustrates an Operational Definition of "Shyness