A Test That Has Low Predictive Validity Produces Scores That

question 48

Multiple Choice

A test that has low predictive validity produces scores that

• A) vary randomly when a person takes the test several times.
• B) are more fair to one group of people than to another.
• C) improve only slightly with practice.
• D) do not correlate strongly with performance on some other task.

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Definitions:

Depressant

A substance that reduces the functional or nervous activity, often used to describe drugs that have a calming effect on the mood, emotions, or behavior.

Tranquilizers

Medications that are used to reduce tension and anxiety.

Sedatives

Substances or drugs that reduce excitement, irritability, or nervousness by inducing a calming effect on the central nervous system.

Opiates

A group of drugs derived from opium, used for pain relief, and can also induce sleep or euphoria.