reliability & validity

• What are the two main concepts discussed in the study material?

  Reliability and validity
• What is the significance of reliability in research?

  It measures the consistency of results
• Why is validity important in research?

  It assesses whether the research measures what it claims
• How do reliability and validity differ in research methodology?

  Reliability focuses on consistency, validity on accuracy
• If a test is reliable but not valid, what does that imply?

  The test produces consistent results but not accurate ones
• What would indicate a valid research study?

  The study accurately measures the intended concept