If an investigator were using factor analysis to probe the possible bias of a test or scale, he or she is probably investigating
A) content bias
B) predictive validity bias
C) construct validity bias
D) face validity bias

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Factor analysis is a statistical method used to investigate whether a number of variables of interest (e.g., test items), are linearly related to a smaller number of unobservable factors. This technique is often used in the context of construct validity to determine if a test measures the intended construct and not others, hence it is related to investigating construct validity bias.

If an Investigator Were Using Factor Analysis to Probe the Possible