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A study examined the average daily activity level of children. Three observers recorded the activity level of 15 Children each during the month of February in New Jersey. The children were all 6-9 years old. The observers reported that children are physically active for only 38 minutes a day (on average) and concluded that a public health intervention to increase the activity level of children was needed. What factors might concern you about this study and the research conclusion?

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the important factors to consider for such a research to deliver valid results are as follows:

Wieght of the childrem , kids who are lean may have different activity level as compared to obese kids

are the kids assigned to some game activity or study, or normal left free or provided with swings or toys or other playing tools , activity level with different tools will be different

Diet of the kids: do all the kids ahve similar diets or dietplans, a complete diet ensures better energy level in kids

These are some major factors that must be considered during the research to ensure that the results obtained are valid