When asked to define popularity, Brianna offers, "It's when everyone likes you." Chrissy suggests, "It's basically the number of friends you have." How do the two girls' definitions differ?
A) They don't, really.
B) Brianna's is an operational definition; Chrissy's is not.
C) Brianna's is a procedural definition; Chrissy's is not.
D) Chrissy's is an operational definition; Brianna's is not.

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Brianna's definition is subjective and does not provide a clear measure of popularity, while Chrissy's definition is more objective and measurable as it revolves around the number of friends a person has. Therefore, Chrissy's definition is operational, while Brianna's is not.

When Asked to Define Popularity, Brianna Offers, "It's When Everyone