Question

Which of the following statements about psychological constructs is true?
A.
Psychological constructs are easy to define and measure.
B.
Psychological constructs represent concepts that cannot be observed or measured directly.
C.
Psychological constructs cannot be researched in psychology because they are unobservable.
D.
Psychological constructs represent measurable overt behavior.

Answer 1

B. Psychological constructs represent concepts that cannot be observed or measured directly — they are inferred from observable indicators (e.g., test scores, behaviors, self-reports).