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face validity

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face validity
n
(Psychology) Psychol the extent to which a psychological test appears to measure what it is intended to measure


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Since CSSES items have face validity and measure an attribute that many view in a favorable light, the extent to which these items reflect social desirability is pertinent to discriminant validity.
Community service self-efficacy: research review by Reeb, Roger N. / Academic Exchange Quarterly
2003) study appeared to have adequate face validity.
Perceived youth empowerment: reliability and validity of a brief scale by Drane, J. Wazner / American Journal of Health Studies
The authors' arguments and points have face validity, and even well-informed school leaders will learn something from their insights.
No Excuses: Closing the Racial Gap in Education by Townsend, Rene / School Administrator
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