Reliability Refers to the Extent to Which a Measure Is

question 56

Multiple Choice

Reliability refers to the extent to which a measure is ________,and validity refers to whether a measure is ________.

• A)consistent;accurately measuring what it is supposed to measure
• B)accurate;consistently measuring what it is supposed to measure
• C)correlated with other measures;able to predict related outcomes
• D)consistently able to predict related outcomes;accurate

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Definitions:

Unconscious Cognitive Processes

Mental operations beyond conscious awareness that influence perceptions, judgments, and actions without one’s realization.

Rational

Pertaining to reasoning or logical thinking; often involves making decisions based on reason rather than emotions.

Emotional

Pertains to feelings, moods, or affective states that are experienced by individuals, influencing behavior, thought processes, and well-being.

Unconscious

The part of the mind that contains thoughts, memories, and desires not currently in conscious awareness but that can influence behavior.