Question

another word for discriminant validity is ______________ validity. a. convergent b. multiple c. divergent d. asymmetrical

Answer 1

C. Divergent Validity

Step-by-step explanation:

Discriminant validity is otherwise known as divergent validity it tests that constructs (e.g abilities, attributes) that should have no relationship do not have any relationship. Its major objectives is to ensure that two measures that are not suppose to correspond or relates does not actually correspond.

Answer 2

The correct answer is letter "C": divergent.

Step-by-step explanation:

In psychology, a discriminatory validity confirms if constructs -e.g. attributes, abilities- that are supposed to be related actually are or not. It is similar to a divergent validity but the latter confirms if two or more constructs that should be related actually are.