Which Type of Validation Study Is the Most Appropriate Method

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which type of validation study is the most appropriate method for jobs which are physical in nature and have observable activities?

• A)content validity
• B)competency-based validity
• C)construct validity
• D)criterion-related validity

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Definitions:

Social-learning Theory

A theory suggesting that people learn new behaviors through observational learning, imitating the actions of others, especially if those actions are reinforced.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behavior, part of behavioral psychology.

Classical Conditioning

A method of associative learning in which two stimuli are repeatedly correlated; eventually, the response initially due to the second stimulus is provoked by the first stimulus alone.

Self-efficacy

An individual's belief in their own capability to perform actions effectively and achieve desired outcomes.