What Is Construct Validity

question 21

Multiple Choice

What is construct validity?

• A) the extent to which the independent variable caused the observed change in the dependent variable
• B) the extent to which the operational definitions reflect the conceptual variables of interest
• C) the extent to which the experimental procedures are involving and meaningful to the participants
• D) the extent to which different constructs within the study are correlated with one another

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Definitions:

Characteristics

Distinguishing traits, qualities, or properties that identify and define individuals, groups, or things.

Environments

The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates, including both natural and built contexts.

Shared Environment Experiences

Experiences or environmental factors that individuals living in the same environment share and that contribute to their development.

Siblings' Common Experiences

Siblings' common experiences refer to events, interactions, or circumstances that children in the same family share and that may influence their development or relationships.