Which type of validity refers to whether a measure distinguishes between related but conceptually distinct behaviors or traits?
A) predictive
B) construct
C) convergent
D) discriminant

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Discriminant validity refers to whether a measure is able to distinguish between related but conceptually distinct behaviors or traits. This means that the measure should not be highly correlated with measures of other constructs that it should not be related to.

Which Type of Validity Refers to Whether a Measure Distinguishes