In selecting indexes or variables that are to reflect program success, it is useful to choose variables that are
A) historical, instrumental, and well-known.
B) important, sensitive to change, and cost-effective.
C) summative, formative, and sensitive.
D) hidden, covert, and implicit.

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Choosing variables that are important, sensitive to change, and cost-effective will provide a more accurate reflection of program success. Historical, instrumental, and well-known variables may not be relevant to current program goals or sensitive to program changes. Summative and formative variables may be useful but are not necessarily always sensitive to change or cost-effective. Hidden, covert, and implicit variables may not be quantifiable or easily measurable.

In Selecting Indexes or Variables That Are to Reflect Program