When documenting reports that previous research has demonstrated the accuracy of a physiological measure,the researcher is addressing the measure's
A) equivalence.
B) homogeneity.
C) reliability.
D) validity.

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Validity refers to the fact that the instrument measures what it says it will measure.Accuracy is comparable to validity,addressing the extent to which the instrument measures what it is supposed to measure.Equivalence focuses on consistency between two or more observers measuring the same event.Homogeneity examines the extent to which all items in an instrument consistently measure the construct of interest.Reliability is concerned with the consistency of a measurement method.

When Documenting Reports That Previous Research Has Demonstrated the Accuracy