If a new test for assessing anorexic tendencies produces scores comparable to those of other tests for assessing anorexic tendencies, then the new test has high:

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Concurrent validity measures the degree to which scores on the new test are related to scores on other tests assessing the same construct at the same time. If the new test produces scores that are comparable to those of other tests for assessing anorexic tendencies, then it has high concurrent validity. Choice A (predictive validity) refers to the ability of the test to predict future behavior or performance, which is not mentioned in the scenario. Choice B (standardization criteria) refers to the degree to which a test is administered and scored consistently across different settings and test-takers, which is also not mentioned in the scenario. Choice D (performance criteria) refers to the standards or benchmarks used to measure the effectiveness or success of an intervention or program, which is not relevant to the scenario.

If a New Test for Assessing Anorexic Tendencies Produces Scores