Generally speaking, the findings of research conducted in field settings are
A) less generalizable than the findings of laboratory research.
B) affected by the same factors that affect the generalizability of laboratory research.
C) more generalizable than the findings of laboratory research.
D) affected by an entirely different set of factors than those than affect the generalizability of laboratory research.

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Research conducted in field settings may be affected by factors such as sample selection, external validity, and the specific context of the study, which are also relevant for the generalizability of laboratory research. However, the degree to which these factors affect the generalizability of the findings may differ between field and laboratory settings. Therefore, neither A nor C are entirely accurate as generalizations. D is incorrect as the factors affecting generalizability are not wholly specific to one type of research setting.

Generally Speaking, the Findings of Research Conducted in Field Settings