Which Type of Validity Refers to Whether a Measure Distinguishes

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which type of validity refers to whether a measure distinguishes between related but conceptually distinct behaviors or traits?

• A) predictive
• B) construct
• C) convergent
• D) discriminant

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Stock Price

The current price at which a share of a company is bought or sold in the stock market.

Book Value

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