Validity of short forms may be reduced because fewer items:

A. lowers test utility which negatively impacts validity.
B. means that the test can only be used for screening purposes.
C. lowers test reliability which negatively impacts validity.
D. means that the test will not be used as often as the longer form.


Answer: C

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