To evaluate the content validity of a new test for depression, a psychologist might check to see if:
a. it predicts who will develop depression within the next six months
b. its scores tend to vary the way an accepted theory of depression would predict
c. it samples a wide range of behaviors associated with depression
d. it gives the same result if taken twice in a relatively short period of time
C
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a. rigid. b. insecure. c. self-absorbed. d. rigid, insecure, and self-absorbed.
Different rates of alcohol dependence in different countries/regions can be attributed to differences in all of the following EXCEPT
A. impulse control. B. attitude toward alcohol. C. availability of alcohol. D. physiological reactions.
Which of the following children is least likely to be popular with friends?
a. Albert, who is of above-average intelligence b. Alex, who is a very good student and earns good grades c. Allen, who is a shy, timid child d. Abe, who is very good at sports
Melissa is in middle adulthood. If she is typical, when can she expect menopause to occur?
a. between ages 40 and 45 b. between ages 45 and 48 c. between ages 45 and 55 d. between ages 52 and 56