Which among the following definitions states that the term to be defined is correctly applied to a given case, if and only if, the performance of specified operations in that case yields a specified result?

Correct option is B

An operational definition specifies the operations or procedures necessary to determine if a term is correctly applied in a given case. It is defined in such a way that the performance of specified operations will lead to a specified result. For example, defining "temperature" by the specific procedure used to measure it (e.g., using a thermometer).

Information Booster:

1. Synonymous definition relies on the use of equivalent terms to explain a concept but might not provide the clarity of how the term is used in practice.
2. Ostensive definition: Often used for concrete items, it helps when direct demonstration is possible, but it may lack precision when applied to abstract concepts.
3. Quasi-ostensive definition can be helpful for concepts that have no exact physical demonstration, yet it still involves pointing to partial or indirect examples.