As the Term Is Applied to a Test,validity Is a Judgment

question 106

Multiple Choice

As the term is applied to a test,validity is a judgment or estimate of how well a test

• A) measures what it purports to measure.
• B) measures what it purports to measure in a particular context.
• C) satisfies the deductions that could logically be made from inferences about it.
• D) All of these

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Definitions:

Social Exchange Theory

A theory suggesting that social behavior is the result of an exchange process, aiming to maximize benefits and minimize costs.

Kin Selection

A natural tactic that supports the reproductive advancement of an organism’s family members, potentially at the expense of the organism’s own life and reproductive capabilities.

Empathy-Altruism Model

A psychological theory suggesting that feeling empathy for others can lead to altruistic behavior, where help is offered with no expectation of personal gain.

Social Exchange

A theoretical framework suggesting that social interactions are based on the exchange of resources, with the aim of maximizing benefits and minimizing costs.