Physical Education A-Level
Validity
What Validity means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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Reference: AQA
The extent to which a test measures what it claims to measure, with laboratory tests often having higher validity for physiological variables because extraneous variables are controlled.
The extent to which a test or measure assesses what it claims to assess, such as a vertical jump test for explosive leg power rather than aerobic endurance.
Topics that use Validity
- Preparation and training methods in relation to maintaining physical activity and performance (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Aerobic power development
- Balance of fatigue reduction and fitness retention
- Cardiovascular and respiratory adaptation
- Cardiovascular redistribution and venous return
- Circuit training
- Competition
- Confidence in data
- Flexibility training methods
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