An operational definition is one that:
A) can be flexibly implemented by any researcher.
B) defines a variable in terms of observable and measurable behaviors.
C) defines a variable in terms of a hypothetical construct.
D) is used to determine the independent variable of an experiment.

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An operational definition defines a variable in terms of observable and measurable behaviors, allowing for it to be objectively measured and recorded in a scientific study. The other choices are not accurate definitions of operational definitions.

An Operational Definition Is One That