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A research finding is 'replicable' when:
AIndependent researchers can repeat the study and obtain similar results
BOnly the original author can verify it
CIt cannot be questioned
DIt is qualitative
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Independent researchers can repeat the study and obtain similar results
1. Replicability is a hallmark of scientific knowledge.
2. Independent repetition with similar outcomes confirms reliability.
3. Hence independent researchers obtaining similar results.
_Source: Trueman's UGC NET/SLET General Paper I (Manohar Pub.), 2010 — Scientific Method_