If a Scale Lacks Concurrent Validity This Suggests a Problem

question 42

Multiple Choice

If a scale lacks concurrent validity this suggests a problem with the scale's:

• A) construct validity.
• B) predictive validity.
• C) criterion validity.
• D) discriminant validity.

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Definitions:

Stratum Lucidum

A thin, clear layer of dead skin cells found in the epidermis, specifically in regions of thick skin like the palms and soles.

Stratum Basale

The deepest layer of the epidermis where cell division occurs, responsible for generating new skin cells.

Thick Skin

The type of skin found on areas of the body subjected to friction or pressure, characterized by a thicker epidermis, typically on the palms and soles.

Keratinocytes

The main type of cell found in the epidermis, responsible for the formation of keratin, a protein that gives skin its strength and flexibility.