The extent to which measures indicate what they are intended to measure is referred to as

A. reliability.
B. statistical analysis.
C. validity.
D. standard error.


Answer: C

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A. multiculturalism in colleges B. intermarriage C. the formation of subcultures D. immigration

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Developmental tasks for stepfamilies include:

A) encouraging stepism. B) minimizing the use of living apart together. C) minimizing physical contact between the stepparent and the stepchild. D) being patient for stepparent/stepchild relationships to develop.

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In studies of immigrant families, researchers found that

a. the parent-child relationship pattern typical of the country of origin became the default pattern in unfamiliar contexts. b. parents and children often must renegotiate their roles in unfamiliar contexts. c. children continue to have lower status than their parents, even if they have a better understanding of the language and practices in the United States. d. schoolteachers and health-care providers almost never allow children to serve as the family's liaison.

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Sexuality in our society is most frequently associated with

a. attractive older men. b. wealthy older women. c. athletic prowess. d. attractive young people.

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