The objectivity of program evaluators is most likely to be jeopardized by
A) meeting program staff in program settings.
B) seeking information about similar programs.
C) depending on only one stakeholder group for information on the program.
D) getting input from representatives of all major stakeholder groups.

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Depending on only one stakeholder group for information on the program can lead to bias and overlooking important information from other perspectives. It is important for program evaluators to gather input from representatives of all major stakeholder groups in order to have a comprehensive understanding of the program and make informed evaluations. Meeting program staff in program settings and seeking information about similar programs are both normal and important parts of program evaluation and do not necessarily jeopardize objectivity.

The Objectivity of Program Evaluators Is Most Likely to Be