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Which of the following best defines psychometric theory?
Which of the following best defines psychometric theory?
- A theory that predicts future behavior based on test scores
- A theory that provides mathematical models for analyzing individual test items
- A theory that focuses on statistical techniques for verifying psychometric hypotheses (correct)
- A theory that measures characteristics of human behavior through test items
What is the purpose of using scales in interpreting test scores?
What is the purpose of using scales in interpreting test scores?
- To measure past or present behavior
- To predict future behavior based on test scores
- To relate raw scores on test items to a defined distribution (correct)
- To obtain information quickly and compare it to a reference group
Which of the following best describes the definition of a test?
Which of the following best describes the definition of a test?
- A set of items designed to measure overt behavior only
- A set of items designed to measure covert behavior only
- A set of items designed to measure past behavior
- A set of items designed to measure characteristics of human behavior (correct)
What can psychological tests measure?
What can psychological tests measure?
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What are the competency requirements for using psychological tests?
What are the competency requirements for using psychological tests?
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