Item Response Theory (IRT) Quiz

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What does IRT focus on modeling?

  • The time taken by an individual to respond to an item
  • The probability of a person's response to an item as a function of their ability or trait level (correct)
  • The absolute correctness of an individual's response to an item
  • The number of attempts an individual makes to respond to an item

What does IRT assume about each test item?

  • Each test item has inherent characteristics such as difficulty and discrimination parameters (correct)
  • Each test item has a random difficulty level for different individuals
  • Each test item has a fixed and unchangeable difficulty level
  • Each test item has no influence on assessing an individual's ability

What is the purpose of item calibration in IRT?

  • To increase the discrimination parameter of items for better accuracy
  • To determine the parameters of items, aiding in constructing accurate and fair tests (correct)
  • To eliminate items that do not align with the test objectives
  • To change the difficulty level of items based on individual responses

What kind of information does IRT provide about test items?

<p>Item information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does IRT provide a way to evaluate?

<p>The quality and effectiveness of assessment tools like standardized tests, surveys, or questionnaires (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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