Asked by Katie Grabrick on Jul 14, 2024

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A test has been developed to measure aptitude for careers in the military.When it is implemented,it is found that the scores of people with long and successful careers in the military do not differ from those who perform poorly in the military.Which type of validity is flawed in this test

A)  criterion-related validity
B)  content validity 
C)  categorical validity
D)  construct validity

Criterion-related Validity

The extent to which a measure is related to an outcome. Criterion-related validity is used to predict future or current performance - it correlates test results with another criterion of interest.

Aptitude

A natural ability or talent, particularly in the context of learning or acquiring skills.

Careers

The occupation or series of jobs a person holds over their lifetime, often related to their skills, interests, and passions.

  • Understand the concept of test validity and its types (criterion-related, content, construct validity).
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Misti MaddronJul 17, 2024
Final Answer :
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Explanation :
Criterion-related validity is the extent to which scores on a test are related to a criterion, such as job performance. If people with long and successful careers in the military do not differ from those who perform poorly on the test, then the test may not be measuring the factors that are important for success in the military, and therefore the criterion-related validity is flawed. Content validity refers to whether the test measures what it claims to measure. Categorical validity refers to whether the test can correctly identify individuals into different groups, and construct validity refers to whether the test accurately measures the underlying psychological construct it is intended to measure. While the flaws in the test could potentially impact these other forms of validity as well, the specific issue described in the question is most directly related to criterion-related validity.