A researcher calibrates an instrument by placing a five-pound weight on a scale to see if the scale gives a reading of 5.0 pounds. The researcher is testing the scale's

A. reliability.
B. validity.
C. accuracy.
D. correlation.


C. accuracy.

Psychology

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For which of the following individuals is aftercare likely to be helpful, because they will fit the services typically offered?

A. Barron, who has a lengthy criminal record B. Diane, who has developed posttraumatic stress disorder after being attacked C. Niles, who has had several schizophrenic episodes D. Veronica, who has few psychological problems but frequently moves from place to place

Psychology

According to Maslow, which disorder does not result from the failure to grow?

a. stunted person b. amoral person c. apathetic person d. adjusted person

Psychology

Which of the following statements about personality matching and online dating sites is false?

a. Dating sites match people by similar personalities. b. The data shows personality matching has proven to be an effective way to bring people together. c. Dating sites match people by complimentary personalities. d. The data on whether personality matching works or not is still inconclusive.

Psychology

In your own words, define accommodation.

What will be an ideal response?

Psychology