Approximately ______ of Adolescents Have Tried Using Alcohol

question 52

Multiple Choice

Approximately ______ of adolescents have tried using alcohol.

• A)45%
• B)60%
• C)75%
• D)90%

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Definitions:

Construct Validity

The degree to which a test or instrument measures the theoretical construct it is intended to measure.

Face Validity

The extent to which a test or instrument appears to measure what it is supposed to measure, based on a superficial assessment.

Third-variable Problem

A confounding issue in research that occurs when a seemingly causal relationship between two variables is actually caused by an unseen, third variable.

Talkativeness

The quality or state of being inclined to talk a lot or engage in conversation frequently.