In the context of construct validity of measures, tests that are developed to evaluate future performance of students are based on _____ validity.
A)convergent
B)divergent
C)predictive
D)discriminant

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Predictive validity refers to the extent to which a measure can predict future performance or behavior. In this case, the tests are developed to evaluate the future performance of students, so they are based on predictive validity. Convergent and discriminant validity are types of construct validity that assess whether a measure is related to similar constructs (convergent) and distinct constructs (discriminant), respectively. Divergent validity is not a commonly used term in construct validity.

In the Context of Construct Validity of Measures, Tests That