A statistically insignificant correlation exists between scores on a new test of depression and a well-established measure of satisfaction with life.These data may be construed as which type of validity evidence with regard to the test of depression?
A) criterion-related validity
B) convergent evidence of construct validity
C) discriminant evidence of construct validity
D) None of these because there was an insignificant relationship.

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The statistically insignificant correlation between the new test of depression and the well-established measure of satisfaction with life provides evidence of discriminant validity. This means that the new test is measuring a distinct construct from satisfaction with life, rather than just being a variation of the same construct.

A Statistically Insignificant Correlation Exists Between Scores on a New