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Psychology Self-Report Inventories

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What is the primary purpose of a self-report inventory?

To obtain results through observation by a psychologist.
To allow individuals to respond to standardized questions. (correct)
To assess personality traits only in disturbed populations.
To evaluate psychological disorders exclusively.

Which personality test is designed specifically to assess psychological disorders?

Self-Report Inventory Test (SRIT)
Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI)
California Psychological Inventory (CPI)
Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) (correct)

Which of the following statements accurately describes the California Psychological Inventory?

It primarily assesses personality characteristics in normal populations. (correct)
It evaluates psychological disorders comprehensively.
It is a self-report inventory designed for children.
It is used exclusively in disturbed populations.

How are answers from self-report inventories evaluated?

<p>Against established norms from a relevant population. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which test assesses both personality characteristics and psychological disorders?

<p>Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Self-Report Inventory

A psychological test where people answer standardized questions. Their answers are compared to normal responses.

MMPI

A self-report inventory used to assess personality traits and mental health issues in both normal and troubled individuals.

CPI

Another self-report inventory, but focused on assessing personality traits in healthy individuals.

What is a key feature of a self-report inventory?

People respond to standardized questions designed to assess their personality traits. Their answers are compared to established norms.

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What is the difference between the MMPI and the CPI?

While both are self-report inventories, the MMPI assesses personality and mental health issues in both normal and troubled populations, while the CPI focuses on normal populations.

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Self-Report Inventories

Self-report inventories are psychological tests where a person answers questions to assess their personality.
Responses are compared to a standard set of norms.

Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI)

The MMPI is a self-report inventory.
It assesses personality characteristics and psychological disorders.
It is used for both normal and abnormal populations.

California Psychological Inventory (CPI)

The CPI is a self-report inventory.
It assesses personality characteristics.
It is used for normal populations.

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This quiz covers self-report inventories used in psychology, such as the MMPI and CPI. Learn about their purposes, applications, and how they assess personality characteristics and psychological disorders. Ideal for students exploring psychological testing methods.