Term ID: T2524

Internal Consistency

/internal-consistency/
The degree to which items within a psychological test or scale measure the same construct, typically assessed using statistical measures like Cronbach's alpha.
Example: A depression questionnaire where all items (mood, sleep, appetite, concentration) correlate with each other, indicating they measure the same underlying construct.

Share This Psychology Term

Explore Your Personality with Science-Backed Tests

Discover insights about yourself with our comprehensive personality assessments. Each test is designed to help you understand different aspects of your psychological profile and personal traits.

View All Personality Tests →
Reference: Cronbach (1951)