What Does the Term "Validity" Mean in Relation to Survey

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Multiple Choice

What does the term "validity" mean in relation to survey research?

• A) The results can be verified by outside parties.
• B) There is consistency of measurement.
• C) At least one of the variables is a good indicator of the intended concept.
• D) The sample is representative.

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Definitions:

Utilitarian Justice

A principle that advocates for actions that promote the greatest happiness or utility for the greatest number of people.

Decreasing Marginal Utility

The economic principle stating that as a person increases consumption of a product, there is a decline in the marginal utility that person derives from consuming each additional unit of that product.

Redistribution

The process of reallocating income, wealth or resources from certain groups within society to others, often through taxation and welfare systems.

John Stuart Mill

A British philosopher and economist known for his contributions to utilitarianism and political economy.