When Establishing Criterion-Related Validity, _____ Contamination Refers to a Situation

question 33

Multiple Choice

When establishing criterion-related validity, _____ contamination refers to a situation in which performance on the test influences status on the criterion.

• A) criterion
• B) performance
• C) test
• D) validity

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Definitions:

Socioeconomic Status

The social standing or class of an individual or group, often measured by education, income, and occupation.

Interactional Synchrony

The harmonious matching or coordination of behaviors, actions, or emotions between individuals during interactions.

Investigative Interview

A structured interview technique used primarily in legal and forensic contexts to gather information or evidence without leading or influencing the interviewee.

Ecological Validity

How much research study outcomes can be applied to real-life scenarios.