Validity Is Necessary but Not Sufficient for Generalizability

question 50

True/False

Validity is necessary but not sufficient for generalizability.

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Definitions:

Halo Effect

A cognitive bias in which an observer's overall impression of a person, company, brand, or product influences their feelings and thoughts about that entity's character or properties.

Personal Attributes

Individual characteristics or traits that define a person's behavior, attitude, and personality.

Stereotypes

Oversimplified and widely held beliefs or generalizations about a group of people, which often lead to misconceptions and biases.

Impression Management

The process by which individuals attempt to control or influence the perceptions others have of them, often through strategic self-presentation or behavior modification.