What Might Be a Reason for the Low Predictive Validity

question 6

Multiple Choice

What might be a reason for the low predictive validity of the BSID for later IQ?

• A) Infant items on the BSID tap into different constructs than childhood items.
• B) The BSID lacks internal validity.
• C) Infant items on the BSID are not difficult enough.
• D) The BSID lacks face validity.

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Definitions:

Deindividuation

A psychological state of decreased self-evaluation, causing people to ignore usual restraints in the group setting.

Anticonformity

Anticonformity describes behavior that goes against or opposes the norms or standards of a group intentionally, often to maintain a sense of individuality.

Independence

The state of being self-sufficient and not reliant on external support or being influenced by others in decisions or actions.

Group Cohesiveness

The extent to which members of a group support and validate one another while working to achieve a common goal.