Evidence that indicates a measure does not represent a construct other than the one for which it was devised is ____ validity.
A)convergent
B)discriminant
C)content
D)predictive

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Discriminant validity is the evidence that shows a measure does not closely associate with measures of other constructs that it theoretically should not be related to. This type of validity is crucial for ensuring that the measure is specific to the construct it is intended to assess, rather than reflecting other variables.

Evidence That Indicates a Measure Does Not Represent a Construct