When Test Scores from a New Test Correlate with Test

question 37

Multiple Choice

When test scores from a new test correlate with test scores from other tests that measure related constructs, they provide ______.

• A) concurrent evidence of validity
• B) convergent evidence of validity
• C) evidence of validity based on test content
• D) predictive evidence of validity

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Definitions:

Aptitude Test

A standardized test designed to measure an individual's potential to acquire certain skills or knowledge.

Expected Performance

Anticipated or forecasted level of achievement or output based on certain criteria or conditions.

Predictor Variable

A variable that is used to make a prediction of an individual’s score on another variable (the criterion variable). Conceptually similar to an independent variable.

Aptitude Test

An examination designed to measure an individual’s potential to acquire skills or knowledge.