Some psychologists have questioned whether the abilities measured by psychometric tests have much relevance,or meaning,as far as measuring the kinds of abilities that are needed to function intelligently in everyday life.These individuals think that psychometric tests may lack _________.

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The correct answer is B) ecological validity because it refers to the extent to which the findings of research studies can be generalized to real-life settings. Psychologists questioning the relevance of psychometric tests to everyday life are concerned that these tests may not accurately reflect or measure the kinds of abilities that are important for functioning in real-world situations, hence lacking ecological validity.

Some Psychologists Have Questioned Whether the Abilities Measured by Psychometric