Sam is developing an instrument that would identify those students who may be at risk for flunking out of school. After administering this test to a group of students, he compares the results of the test with their current classroom performance. Sam is most likely trying to evaluate the instrument's ____________ validity
A) discriminant
B) concurrent
C) content
D) predictive

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Concurrent validity refers to the degree to which the results of a particular test or measurement correspond to those of a previously established measurement for the same construct, conducted at the same time. In this scenario, Sam is comparing the results of his new instrument with the students' current classroom performance to see if the instrument accurately identifies students at risk, which aligns with the concept of concurrent validity.

Sam Is Developing an Instrument That Would Identify Those Students