A Researcher Wants to Assess the Construct Validity of a Measure

question 63

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 to assess when determining the discriminant validity of the measure?

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

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Definitions:

Pleasure-Related Chemicals

Pleasure-related chemicals are neurotransmitters in the brain, such as dopamine and serotonin, which are associated with feelings of enjoyment, happiness, and motivation.

Mass Media

Refers to a variety of platforms, such as television, radio, newspapers, and the internet, that are used for the large-scale dissemination of information.

Societal Relations

The various ways in which individuals, social groups, and institutions interact and build relationships within a society.

Satellite Television

A broadcasting service that delivers television programming via communications satellites to a receiver, expanding the reach of television signals.