Multiple Choice
Pretests are recommended even when the evaluation design consists of randomly formed groups because
A) correlations between amount of service and change scores improve interpretability.
B) programs are not implemented as designed.
C) pretests will permit some interpretations even if randomization procedures are compromised.
D) non-equivalent control groups need to be equated using a pretest.
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q19: When services or medical treatments are offered
Q20: Usually a new program cannot be implemented
Q21: Describe the threats to internal validity that
Q22: When an evaluator recognizes a potential threat
Q23: When an outcome evaluation is designed as
Q24: Diffusion or imitation of the program by
Q25: The use of pretests in an experimental
Q27: Distinguish the internal validity threat of history
Q28: Describe the reasons that program staff often
Q29: Although some quasi-experimental designs are fairly effective