In Selection, Validity Refers To_____

question 13

Multiple Choice

In selection, validity refers to_____.

• A) the strength of the correlation between a test score and a predictor
• B) the consistency with which the predictor actually tests the desired construct
• C) the applicant achieving approximately the same score in a test-retest situation
• D) the correlation between a predictor and job performance

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Definitions:

Content Validity

The extent to which a test or measurement accurately represents the construct it is intended to measure, covering all relevant facets.

Predictive Validity

The extent to which a test accurately forecasts a specific future outcome.

Concurrent Validity

The degree to which the results of a particular test correlate with those of another established measure given at the same time.

Reliability

The consistency and dependability of a measure or test over time, ensuring that similar results are achieved under consistent conditions.