What does 'construct validity' assess in social-science measurement?
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- Whether study results can be generalized to other populations
- Whether a test or measure accurately represents the theoretical construct it intends to measure
- Whether data collection procedures were free from researcher bias
- Whether the sample size gives the study sufficient statistical power
Correct answer: Whether a test or measure accurately represents the theoretical construct it intends to measure
Explanation: Construct validity evaluates whether a measure accurately captures the intended theoretical construct; researchers test this via convergent and discriminant evidence and related mechanisms.
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