When Researchers Construct a Scale That Is Designed to Measure

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Essay

When researchers construct a scale that is designed to measure a psychological variable, they want the scale to have good test-retest reliability and good construct validity. What is test-retest reliability? What is construct validity?

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Definitions:

Average, Fair

An assessment or rating that denotes something as being within an acceptable or middle range of quality or value.

Medium-Grade Quality

Describes products or materials that meet a standard of performance or durability that is considered average or moderate in comparison to others.

Breach of Warranty

The failure to fulfill the terms of a promise, guarantee, or warranty in a contract, leading to potential legal action for damages.

Repossesses

The act of a lender or seller taking back property when the borrower fails to make payments as agreed.