The XYZ assessment instrument is consistent but it does not measure the construct that it purports to measure. Which of the following statements is accurate regarding the psychometrics of the XYZ assessment instrument?

a. It is reliable but not valid
b. It is valid but not reliable
c. It has content validity but not test-retest reliability
d. It has construct validity but not internal consistency


Answer: a

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