Reliability Is Used to Assess _____________, Whereas Validity Is Used

question 41

Multiple Choice

Reliability is used to assess _____________, whereas validity is used to assess _____________.

• A) the consistency of a measure; the accuracy of a measure
• B) the accuracy of a measure; the consistency of a measure
• C) the generalizability of a measure; the reactance of a measure
• D) test reactance of a measure; the generalizability of a measure

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Definitions:

Withdrawal

The process or action of withdrawing, often referring to the physical and psychological reactions experienced when stopping or reducing the intake of a substance to which one has become addicted.

Child Abuse

Any action or lack of action by caregivers that results in harm or potential harm to a child, can be physical, emotional, sexual, or neglect.

Statistical Evidence

Data or information expressed in numerical form, used to support arguments, hypotheses, or as a basis for decision-making through analysis.

Socioeconomic Classes

Divisions of society based on social and economic status, affecting access to resources, opportunities, and privileges.