Why is construct validity an important consideration in selecting an assessment measure?
a) To ensure that the measure assesses what it purports to assess
b) To ensure that the investigator assesses the appropriateness of the construct they wish to measure
c) To ensure that the content of the items reflects the construct of interest
d) To ensure that scores on the measures are consistent across time
Correct Answer: a
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