Which of the Following Terms Refers to Whether a Technique

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following terms refers to whether a technique measures what it is supposed to measure?

• A) Validity.
• B) Reliability.
• C) Practicality.
• D) Consistency.

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Definitions:

Poverty Rate

The proportion of a population living below the poverty line, indicating the percentage of people who cannot afford basic needs like food, shelter, and healthcare.

Upper Two Quintiles

The section of a population that falls into the top 40% in terms of income or wealth distribution, often used in socio-economic analyses.

Income

The money received by an individual or entity in return for their labor, from transfers, or from investments.

Middle Three Quintiles

The middle three quintiles refer to the middle segments of a population when it is divided into five equal parts based on income or wealth, often used to represent the middle class.