You are analyzing data that has been collected in annual waves for the past twenty years.Which of the following might be problematic in this type of analysis?
A) many similar questions were asked during each of these waves, and the wording is consistent
B) for the entire twenty years, the data was collected by personal interviews
C) the definitions of some key items have changed over time within the culture
D) using variables that are operationalized consistently over time

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If the definitions of key items have changed over time within the culture, it may be difficult to accurately compare responses from different waves. This could potentially impact the validity of the analysis. The other choices (A, B, and D) are not problematic as they ensure consistency in the data collection and operationalization processes.

You Are Analyzing Data That Has Been Collected in Annual