Errors in recording the scores on a test that occur because the keypuncher is not paying attention are likely to produce
A) spurious relationships.
B) low face validity.
C) random error.
D) systematic error.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Random error occurs due to unpredictable and unsystematic variations, such as a keypuncher's lapses in attention, which affect the accuracy of scores in a non-consistent manner.

Errors in Recording the Scores on a Test That Occur