Evidence of Construct Validity Is Most Appropriate When a Test

question 37

Multiple Choice

Evidence of construct validity is most appropriate when a test measures an abstract construct such as ______.

• A) mathematical computation
• B) English grammar
• C) marital satisfaction
• D) an IRS tax code

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Definitions:

Fight or Flee

A physiological response to perceived harmful events, attacks, or threats to survival, also known as the fight-or-flight response.

Physiological Basis

The underlying physical and biological mechanisms that enable bodily functions and behaviors.

Voluntary Reactions

Responses or actions that are consciously controlled and decided upon by an individual, as opposed to automatic or reflexive responses.

Facial Muscles

Groups of skeletal muscles that control expressions by moving the skin of the face.