A systematic error is best defined as:
A) An error that is due to data miscalculation, and thus repeats systematically throughout the findings
B) A consistent or predictable error, occurring when an assessment misestimates the true score by a consistent amount and in the same direction
C) An error due to the irregular circumstances when administering an assessment
D) An error that occurs by chance and is thus unpredictable

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A systematic error is characterized by its consistency and predictability, meaning it consistently skews the data in one direction due to some bias in the measurement process, not by chance or irregular circumstances.

A Systematic Error Is Best Defined As