When considering evaluation designs, ethical evaluators seek to
A) match the research design and the informational needs of the stakeholders.
B) design the most scientifically valid outcome evaluation.
C) convince stakeholders that standardized tests are always better than other measurement procedures.
D) trace causal relationships between the program elements and the outcome even when examining a new program.

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Ethical evaluators prioritize matching the research design with the informational needs of the stakeholders. It is important to consider the perspectives and needs of all stakeholders when designing an evaluation, and to make sure the evaluation is accessible and useful to them. The other options, such as prioritizing scientific validity above all else or advocating for standardized tests, may not necessarily align with ethical principles and could potentially harm stakeholder relationships. The fourth option of tracing causal relationships is important, but it is not the sole consideration for ethical evaluation design.

When Considering Evaluation Designs, Ethical Evaluators Seek to