17 Questions
What is the key characteristic of a psychological test according to the passage?
It is a systematic procedure for obtaining and evaluating samples of behavior.
What is the difference between a group test and an individual test, according to the passage?
Group tests can be administered to more than one person at a time, while individual tests are administered one-on-one.
Which type of test measures or evaluates previous learning, according to the passage?
Achievement test
What does the passage indicate about aptitude tests?
Aptitude tests measure the potential for learning or acquiring a specific skill.
What is the main purpose of a psychological test, according to the passage?
To measure and aid in the understanding and prediction of behavior.
Which of the following is the key difference between psychological tests and questionnaires?
Psychological tests ask respondents to solve tasks or problems, while questionnaires ask for self-reported responses.
What are the two key criteria that a useful psychological test must satisfy?
Validity and reliability
Which of the following best describes the relationship between psychological assessment and psychological testing?
Psychological testing is a subset of psychological assessment.
Which of the following is a key characteristic of psychological tests, as defined by Cronbach (1990)?
Psychological tests involve the systematic observation and description of behavior using numerical scales or fixed categories.
Which of the following is a key distinction between psychological assessment and psychological testing?
Psychological assessment is a more comprehensive process that can include psychological testing.
Which of the following is a key purpose of psychological testing, as discussed in the text?
To provide an indication of quantity or level of a particular characteristic or trait.
What is a key element in the definition of psychological assessment?
Behavioral observation
In psychological assessment, what is a sample of behavior?
Answering a question
What is the purpose of standardized procedures in psychological testing?
Ensure test accuracy
According to Urbian 2014, what distinguishes psychological tests from mental games?
Existence for practical use
What does measurement involve in psychological assessment?
Assigning numbers to objects for objectivity
Why are samples of behavior used in psychological testing?
To save time and efficiently measure attributes
Test your knowledge on the tools and procedures used in psychological assessment, including tests, interviews, case studies, and behavioral observation. Learn about standardized procedures for administering, scoring, and interpreting tests.
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