Validity is best illustrated by which of the following?
A)accuracy or truthfulness of the measurement
B)the extent to which the reliability coefficient approaches 1.0
C)the ability to repeat measurements
D)tendency to respond in the same manner to different questions
E)tendency to respond in the same manner to the same questions

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Validity refers to the accuracy or truthfulness of a measurement. A measurement is considered valid if it measures what it is intended to measure. Therefore, option A is the best choice for illustrating validity. The other options relate to other concepts in measurement, such as reliability and consistency, but do not specifically address the accuracy or truthfulness of a measurement.

Validity Is Best Illustrated by Which of the Following