If an Index Fails to Predict Strongly the External Validation

question 18

Multiple Choice

If an index fails to predict strongly the external validation items,then

• A)the index does not adequately measure the variable in question.
• B)the validation items do not adequately measure the variable.
• C)either the index does not adequately measure the variable in question OR the validation items do not adequately measure the variable.
• D)the index does not adequately measure the variable in question AND the validation items do not adequately measure the variable.
• E)you should attempt to use the index anyway to see what will happen.

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Definitions:

Nominal Data

Data that is categorized based on names or labels without a specific order.

Relative Frequencies

The ratio of the frequency of a particular event to the total number of occurrences or samples.

Frequency Chart

A visual representation of data that shows the frequency or number of occurrences of each possible value of a variable.

Nearest Minute

A measure of time rounded to the closest minute, often used in timing or scheduling contexts.