A Psychologist Plans to Study the Development of "Intelligence," and His

question 14

Multiple Choice

A psychologist plans to study the development of "intelligence," and his primary concern is whether he will actually study intelligence rather than another phenomenon, such as "reading fluency." To address this concern, he must ensure:

• A) representative sampling.
• B) validity.
• C) reliability.
• D) replicability.

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Definitions:

U.S.

A country in North America, officially known as the United States of America, characterized by a federal republic governance structure and a diverse population.

Internal Improvements

Historical term referring to public works projects in the United States, such as roads, canals, and railroads, aimed at developing the nation's infrastructure.

Clinton's Big Ditch

A colloquial term for the Erie Canal, significantly funded and championed by New York Governor DeWitt Clinton in the early 19th century, enhancing trade and westward expansion.

Erie Canal

A historic 363-mile waterway in New York that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Great Lakes, greatly enhancing trade and transportation in the early 19th century.