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similar validity Both convergent and discriminant validity indicate that a y

conceptually discriminant

Construct Validity
y Campbell & Fiske (1959): “Good” tests should correlate moderately with conceptually similar tests (e.g., dominance and aggression). If they do, this is evidence “Good” tests should also not correlate with dissimilar tests (e.g., aggression and IQ). If they do not, this is

with for convergent validity. evidence for discriminant validity. for test has sound construct validity.

moderately evidence

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