Suppose You Wanted to Develop a Measure of Jealousy, but Were

question 12

Multiple Choice

Suppose you wanted to develop a measure of jealousy, but were unable to define precisely the concept. What type of validation studies would you most likely use?

• A)face validation
• B)reliability validation
• C)criterion validation
• D)construct validation

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Definitions:

Social Rule

Guidelines and norms that govern behavior within a society or group, often implied and learned through social interaction.

Personal Bias

The inclination or prejudice for or against one person or group, especially in a way considered to be unfair.

Positivist Sociologists

Researchers who apply the scientific method and empirical evidence to study and understand social behaviors and structures.

Mainstream Identities

Social identities that are widely recognized, accepted, and integrated into the dominant culture of a society.