Researchers developing the HIV-Knowledge Questionnaire found that it was positively correlated with other similar measures such as the AIDS Risk Behavior Knowledge Test .Based on this description, the measure has
A)Face validity
B)Concurrent validity
C)Discriminant validity
D)Predictive validity

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Concurrent validity is demonstrated when a test correlates well with a measure that has previously been validated. The HIV-Knowledge Questionnaire showing a positive correlation with the AIDS Risk Behavior Knowledge Test, which is assumed to be a valid measure, indicates that the new questionnaire is likely measuring what it intends to measure at the same time as the comparison test, hence showing concurrent validity.

Researchers Developing the HIV-Knowledge Questionnaire Found That It Was Positively