A Researcher Wants to Assess the Construct Validity of a Measure

question 10

Multiple Choice

A researcher wants to assess the construct validity of a measure of life satisfaction.Which of the following dimensions would likely be most useful in determining the discriminant validity of the measure?

• A)happiness
• B)well-being
• C)self-esteem
• D)artistic ability

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Definitions:

Somnambulism

A sleep disorder in which people walk or perform other activities while they are still asleep; commonly known as sleepwalking.

Insomnia

A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or obtaining restorative sleep, leading to daytime impairment.

Pseudoinsomnia

A condition where individuals believe they have slept less than they actually have, often perceiving their sleep as insufficient or unrefreshing.

Sleep Apnoea

A condition disrupting normal sleep patterns due to interruptions in breathing or shallow breaths while asleep.