If a Self-Report Measure and a Trained Observer Measure of the Same

question 94

Multiple Choice

If a self-report measure and a trained observer measure of the same behavior differ from one another,one test might not be as ________ a measure of that behavior as the other test.

• A) valid
• B) reliable
• C) sensitive
• D) scientific

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Definitions:

Notoriety

The state of being known for some unfavorable act or quality.

Qualitative Sociologists

Researchers in the field of sociology who focus on detailed, descriptive studies of social phenomena, often employing methods such as ethnography, interviews, or content analysis.

Scientific Inquiry

The systematic investigation of the natural world based on observation, experimentation, and evidence to answer questions and test hypotheses.

Values

Fundamental beliefs or principles that guide behaviors and decision-making in individuals or societies.