Analyze how validity in psychometrics, as you explored in Week 4, is different from a validity scale in a test of personality.

Describe this difference in terms of their definitions.

Provide at least two examples of validity scales.

Cite at least one advantage and one disadvantage regarding the use of validity scales. The test authors provideseveral pros and cons of using validity scales in personality assessment.

Based on your readings and preparation for this discussion, what is your position on this issue? How do you feel about using and interpreting validity scales on a measure of personality? The three original validity scales of the MMPI were retained in the MMPI - 2 , and three new validity scales were added : Back - Page Infrequency ( Fb ) , True Response Inconsistency ( TRIN ) , and Variable Response Inconsistency ( VRIN ) ( Cohen & Swerdlik , 2018 ) .