Suppose a Researcher Constructs a Six-Item Index for Measuring Risk-Taking

question 42

Multiple Choice

Suppose a researcher constructs a six-item index for measuring risk-taking propensity. Evidence that eighth graders who score high on the index are more likely to engage in risky behaviors (e.g., initiate sexual activity, use drugs) supports the index's

• A) test-retest reliability.
• B) internal consistency.
• C) intercoder reliability.
• D) convergent validity.

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