In psychology, measurement device must be __________________?
Correct answer: D. both a and b
- A. reliable
- B. valid
- C. conclusive
- D. both a and b
Explanation
A sound psychological measurement device should be reliable, producing consistent results, and valid, measuring what it claims to measure. Reliability alone is insufficient because a measure can be consistent while measuring the wrong construct.
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