Discriminant Validity Refers to

question 28

Multiple Choice

Discriminant validity refers to

• A) the extent to which a measured variable does not correlate with other variables designed to measure different conceptual variables.
• B) the extent to which a measured variable correlates with other measured variables designed to assess different conceptual variables.
• C) the extent to which a measured variable correlates with another measured variable over time.
• D) the extent to which a measured variable discriminates against other measured variables.

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Definitions:

Peripheral

Refers to devices or units that are external to the central processing unit of a computer but connected to it, enhancing its capabilities.

Vascular

Pertaining to blood vessels or the transport system for blood flow in the body.

Parasympathetic

refers to the part of the autonomic nervous system that conserves energy as it slows the heart rate, increases intestinal and gland activity, and relaxes sphincter muscles in the gastrointestinal tract.

Skeletal

Pertains to the skeleton or bony framework of the body, which supports and gives shape to the body.