What concept is defined by the following: "systematic errors in measurement, or inferences made from those measurements, that are related to different identifiable group membership characteristics such as age, sex, or race "
A)discrimination
B)unfairness
C)bias
D)validity

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The definition given clearly points towards the concept of bias, which refers to the presence of systematic errors or distortions in measurement or inference. Moreover, the source of such errors is identified as identifiable group membership characteristics such as age, sex, or race. Therefore, the most appropriate choice is C, bias. The other options, discrimination and unfairness, are too broad and may not capture the specific nature of the concept described. Validity, on the other hand, is related to the degree to which a measure or assessment tool accurately measures what it intends to measure and is not directly relevant to the definition provided.

What Concept Is Defined by the Following: "Systematic Errors in Measurement