One Way to Assess the Validity of a New Measure

question 127

Multiple Choice

One way to assess the validity of a new measure of second-grade children's mathematical knowledge is to

• A) compare the children's answers on different halves of the same test.
• B) test for inter-rater reliability.
• C) compare the children's answers on different forms of the same measure.
• D) compare the children's scores with how well they do on their math assignments in school.

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Definitions:

Coupon Rate

The interest rate paid yearly on a bond, depicted as a percentage of its face value.

Premium On Bonds

The amount by which the selling price of a bond exceeds its face value.

Present Value Factors

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Market Rate

The prevailing interest rate available in the marketplace for loans or the return on investment securities, varying based on macroeconomic conditions.