You are about to take your first test in an introductory psychology class. Much to your surprise, the instructor hands you a test that contains ten analytical geometry problems. You would probably be able to argue that the test is not
a. valid.
b. reliable.
c. accurate.
d. reliable or valid.
Answer: a. valid.
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