Xavier designs a measure that has two response options, either "yes" or "no." When he analyzes his data he is likely to find that:
A) his measure lacks sensitivity.
B) his measure is overly sensitive.
C) his measure has the optimum sensitivity.
D) his measurement is vulnerable to too much observer bias.

Question

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A measure with only two response options ("yes" or "no") lacks sensitivity because it does not capture the nuances or degrees of variation in responses. It only allows for a binary outcome, which can oversimplify complex attitudes, behaviors, or states, leading to a lack of detailed information.

Xavier Designs a Measure That Has Two Response Options, Either