____________________ is the term that refers to the ability of a test to measure what it was designed to measure

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


validity

Psychology

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If you wanted to develop a school based on Gardner's theory of intelligence, you would provide students with training in:

A. physical education, which improves mental functioning B. verbal and math skills, which promote general intelligence C. analytical and logical thinking, which promote better practical thinking skills D. a variety of areas, which are not traditionally associated with IQ tests

Psychology

Someone with an optimistic explanatory style attributes a setback to external, unstable, and specific factors

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology

Mina's thoughts are extremely disordered and her emotions are either absent or inappropriate. She thinks she is Mother Theresa, and she was found wandering the streets in her nightgown. Mina's diagnosis is probably:

a. bipolar disorder b. dissociative identity disorder c. schizophrenia d. generalized anxiety disorder

Psychology

Infants and children tend to get very different views of males and females with females being close at hand to offer comfort, nurturance, and verbal stimulation and males, who come and go, exhibiting action, exploration, and risk-taking when they are present. Thus, the parental styles of mothers and fathers create these differing views and a major impact on their children's

a. popularity and leadership abilities. b. emotional intelligence. c. gender development. d. independence and achievement orientation.

Psychology