If multiple measures of the same construct yield high correlation coefficients, _________ is demonstrated.
A) divergent validity
B) convergent validity
C) discriminant validity
D) concurrent validity

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Convergent validity is demonstrated when multiple measures of the same construct yield high correlation coefficients. This indicates that the measures are measuring the same underlying construct. Divergent validity is demonstrated when multiple measures of different constructs yield low correlation coefficients. Discriminant validity refers to the ability of a measure to distinguish between different constructs, while concurrent validity refers to the ability of a measure to correlate with a criterion measure at the same time.

If Multiple Measures of the Same Construct Yield High Correlation