The First Step in the Trial Process Is

question 1

Multiple Choice

The first step in the trial process is:

• A) presentation of the defense's evidence and witnesses.
• B) closing arguments by each side.
• C) instruction of the jury by the judge.
• D) opening statements by prosecution and defense.
• E) ​selection of jury.

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Definitions:

Discriminant Validity

The extent to which a concept differs from other concepts that are similar, ensuring that the measure is not reflecting other variables.

Convergent Validity

The degree to which two measures of constructs that theoretically should be related, are in fact related.

Face Validity

refers to the extent to which a test or measure appears to assess what it is intended to measure, based on a superficial examination.

Concurrent Validity

The construct validity of a measure is assessed by examining whether groups of people differ on the measure in expected ways.