The Extent to Which a Test Actually Measures What It

question 1

Multiple Choice

The extent to which a test actually measures what it is designed to measure is referred to as ____________ validity.

• A) content
• B) criterion-related
• C) construct
• D) consequential

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Definitions:

Pacinian Corpuscle

A type of mechanoreceptor found in the skin and visceral organs, sensitive to deep pressure and vibration.

Taste Receptor

Cells located on the taste buds that detect chemical components of foods, allowing the sensation of taste.

Hearing Receptor

Specialized cells located in the inner ear that transduce sound vibrations into neural signals.

Balance Receptor

Sensory structures in the inner ear, specifically the vestibular system, that help regulate balance and spatial orientation.