The type of validity measured by a comparison of the test score and independent measures of what the test is supposed to measure is ________ validity.
A) criterion-related
B) performance
C) content
D) predictive

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Criterion-related validity is measured by comparing the test score with scores on independent measures related to the construct being tested. It assesses how well a test can predict future performance or how well it correlates with other relevant variables. Performance validity measures the extent to which test-takers take the test seriously and put in effort, content validity refers to whether the test items measure the intended knowledge or skill area, and predictive validity measures the ability of the test to predict future performance.

The Type of Validity Measured by a Comparison of the Test