Psychological Assessment: Tools and Procedures Quiz

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What is the key characteristic of a psychological test according to the passage?

It is a standardized procedure for measuring a sample of behavior.

It is a systematic procedure for obtaining and evaluating samples of behavior. (correct)

It is a device or procedure used to measure variables related to psychology.

It is a set of items designed to measure characteristics of human beings.

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. (correct)

Group tests are standardized procedures, while individual tests are not.

Group tests are used to measure achievement, while individual tests are used to measure aptitude.

Group tests measure cognitive functions, while individual tests measure skills and knowledge.

Which type of test measures or evaluates previous learning, according to the passage?

Achievement test (correct)

Ability test

Aptitude test

Personality test

What does the passage indicate about aptitude tests?

Aptitude tests measure the potential for learning or acquiring a specific skill. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a psychological test, according to the passage?

To measure and aid in the understanding and prediction of behavior. Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two key criteria that a useful psychological test must satisfy?

Validity and reliability Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the relationship between psychological assessment and psychological testing?

Psychological testing is a subset of psychological assessment. Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key element in the definition of psychological assessment?

Behavioral observation Signup and view all the answers

In psychological assessment, what is a sample of behavior?

Answering a question Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of standardized procedures in psychological testing?

Ensure test accuracy Signup and view all the answers

According to Urbian 2014, what distinguishes psychological tests from mental games?

Existence for practical use Signup and view all the answers

What does measurement involve in psychological assessment?

Assigning numbers to objects for objectivity Signup and view all the answers

Why are samples of behavior used in psychological testing?

To save time and efficiently measure attributes Signup and view all the answers