You are about to take your first test in an introductory psychology class. Much to your surprise, the instructor hands you a test that contains ten analytical geometry problems. You would probably be able to argue that the test is not

a. valid.
b. reliable.
c. accurate.
d. reliable or valid.

Answer: a. valid.

Psychology

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Which of the following hypothetical or actual pieces of evidence would provide the best support for the existence of a gender role crossover in midlife?

a. cross-sectional comparisons of young and middle aged adults showing higher levels of androgyny among middle-aged men and women b. cross-sectional comparisons of levels of independence in women showing that women in their 50s are more independent than women in their 20s c. longitudinal analysis of men's work roles showing that some men acquire the role of mentor at midlife d. longitudinal analysis of behavior in married couples between age 30 and age 50 showing women becoming more assertive and men becoming more passive.

Psychology

According to your textbook, what is one effective way to encourage industries to reduce their negative impact on the environment?

A) Force them to develop cleaner alternate technologies. B) Require them to pay for the cost of cleaning up their toxic waste. C) Make them pay heavy fines for pollution. D) Ask them to voluntarily stop producing so much pollution.

Psychology