Describe the Difference Between Validity and Reliability in Relation to Assessment

question 26

Essay

Describe the difference between validity and reliability in relation to assessment techniques.

Differentiate between experimental control and ecological validity.

Recognize the role of mental representations and cognitive processes in everyday life and theoretical paradigms.

Identify the diversity of cognitive processes and paradigms used to explain them.

Understand the influence of individual differences and environmental factors on cognition.

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Definitions:

Vertical Equity

A principle of taxation that suggests taxpayers with a higher ability to pay should contribute more in taxes than those with a lesser ability to pay.

Horizontal Equity

The principle that individuals with equal ability to pay should face equal tax burdens.

Marginal Tax Rates

The tax rate that applies to the next dollar of taxable income.

Vertical Equity

A principle in taxation that suggests taxpayers with a greater ability to pay should contribute more in taxes.