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What type of measurement is used for height and weight?
What type of measurement is used for height and weight?
- Ratio (correct)
- Interval
- Ordinal
- Nominal
Which distribution indicates that most values cluster around the mean?
Which distribution indicates that most values cluster around the mean?
- Normal distribution (correct)
- Skewed distribution
- Abnormal distribution
- Negative distribution
Which source of bias involves a rater consistently marking at the same spot on the rating scale?
Which source of bias involves a rater consistently marking at the same spot on the rating scale?
- Response set (correct)
- Central tendency error
- Severity error
- Leniancy error
Which measure is defined as the square root of variance?
Which measure is defined as the square root of variance?
What type of assessment uses structured methods such as written or verbal formats?
What type of assessment uses structured methods such as written or verbal formats?
A distribution that indicates smaller values are found more frequently compared to larger values is known as what?
A distribution that indicates smaller values are found more frequently compared to larger values is known as what?
What type of error is characterized by providing overly high ratings regardless of actual performance differences?
What type of error is characterized by providing overly high ratings regardless of actual performance differences?
Which statistical measure represents the distance of a score from the mean, expressed in standard deviations?
Which statistical measure represents the distance of a score from the mean, expressed in standard deviations?
What does the point biserial correlation measure?
What does the point biserial correlation measure?
Which of the following best describes the intercept in a regression equation?
Which of the following best describes the intercept in a regression equation?
What does the coefficient of determination indicate?
What does the coefficient of determination indicate?
Which statistical technique is used to predict one variable from multiple predictors?
Which statistical technique is used to predict one variable from multiple predictors?
What is the standard error of estimate used for?
What is the standard error of estimate used for?
Which coefficient is defined as a measure of non-association between two variables?
Which coefficient is defined as a measure of non-association between two variables?
What type of data is required for the tetrachoric coefficient?
What type of data is required for the tetrachoric coefficient?
What is the purpose of factor analysis?
What is the purpose of factor analysis?
What does the OID formula calculate?
What does the OID formula calculate?
What is a key advantage of using a dichotomous format in testing?
What is a key advantage of using a dichotomous format in testing?
What is indicated by the item difficulty index?
What is indicated by the item difficulty index?
Which of the following formats requires respondents to rate their degree of agreement?
Which of the following formats requires respondents to rate their degree of agreement?
What does a higher item reliability index indicate?
What does a higher item reliability index indicate?
What is a disadvantage of using cute distractors in test items?
What is a disadvantage of using cute distractors in test items?
How is item endorsement index primarily defined?
How is item endorsement index primarily defined?
What does polycothomous format primarily entail?
What does polycothomous format primarily entail?
What characteristic is associated with non-economic costs in testing?
What characteristic is associated with non-economic costs in testing?
How many practice sessions are suggested to achieve competency in scoring WAIS-R?
How many practice sessions are suggested to achieve competency in scoring WAIS-R?
Which mode of administration tends to yield lower results according to the content?
Which mode of administration tends to yield lower results according to the content?
Which of the following is identified as a non-economic benefit?
Which of the following is identified as a non-economic benefit?
What impact do hormones have on testing according to the content?
What impact do hormones have on testing according to the content?
What technique is used to assess the usefulness of an assessment tool?
What technique is used to assess the usefulness of an assessment tool?
Which factor is least likely to influence test-taking behavior and performance?
Which factor is least likely to influence test-taking behavior and performance?
Which type of interview method reportedly shows better health outcomes?
Which type of interview method reportedly shows better health outcomes?
What effect describes the phenomenon where being evaluated leads to improved performance?
What effect describes the phenomenon where being evaluated leads to improved performance?
Which error occurs when a rater is overly critical in their evaluations?
Which error occurs when a rater is overly critical in their evaluations?
What is the term for the tendency of test administrators to influence testing outcomes based on their expectations?
What is the term for the tendency of test administrators to influence testing outcomes based on their expectations?
Which of the following tables is used for estimating the effectiveness of a selection test?
Which of the following tables is used for estimating the effectiveness of a selection test?
What defines the Drift phenomenon in behavior assessment?
What defines the Drift phenomenon in behavior assessment?
Which rating error involves a rater's unwillingness to give extreme ratings?
Which rating error involves a rater's unwillingness to give extreme ratings?
What is the primary effect of negative expectations held by a test administrator on a test taker's performance?
What is the primary effect of negative expectations held by a test administrator on a test taker's performance?
What does the severity error specifically measure in evaluations?
What does the severity error specifically measure in evaluations?
Study Notes
Types of Data Measurement
- Equality and Interval Data: Absence of record protocols; involves interviewing, assessments, and behavioral observations.
- Measurement Scales:
- Interval Data: Temperature, time, IQ
- Ordinal Data: Ranking systems
- Ratio Data: Metrics like weight and height
- Nominal Data: Non-ranking categories
Distribution Concepts
- Frequency Distribution: Analyzes how often each value is observed.
- Normal Distribution: Central tendency is represented by mean, median, and mode.
- Abnormal Distribution: Skewed results indicating non-standard behavior.
- Statistical Measures:
- Mean: Average score
- Standard Deviation (SD): Average deviation around the mean
- Z-Scores: Indicate how far a score is from the mean relative to SD
Correlation and Regression Analysis
- Point Biserial Correlation: Measures the relationship between one continuous variable and one dichotomous variable.
- Phi Coefficient: Used for two dichotomous variables.
- Regression Analysis:
- Expressed as Ŷ = a + Bx
- Intercept (a): The regression line's Y-axis crossing point.
- Slope (b): Indicates the change rate of Y relative to X.
- Multiple Regression: Predicts one dependent variable from multiple independent variables.
Item Format and Reliability
- Item Formats:
- Selected Response Format: Requires choosing from alternatives (e.g., dichotomous, multiple choice).
- Likert Scale: Rates the degree of agreement on a statement.
- Item Reliability: Reflects internal consistency; higher reliability indicates a more consistent test.
- Item Validity: Measures the accuracy of what the test intends to assess.
Test Administration Considerations
- Modes of Administration:
- Self-administered tests typically yield lower results.
- Psychologist-administered tests generally produce more reliable results.
- Telephone interviews are found to produce better health assessments than self-administered ones.
Variables Affecting Test Performance
- Test Anxiety: Emotionality impacting performance; concerns about results and self-confidence.
- Health Influences: Illness can skew performance outcomes.
- Hormonal Imbalance: Affects mood, subsequently impacting test performance.
- Motivation Levels: Lack of motivation can lead to unreliable results.
Behavioral Assessment Errors
- Reactivity: Performance may increase due to awareness of being evaluated (Hawthorne Effect).
- Drift and Expectancies: Variations in observer definitions and expectations can influence ratings.
- Rating Errors:
- Halo Effect: Positive attributes assigned regardless of behavior.
- Leniency and Severity Errors: Rater tendencies to be overly generous or critical.
Utility Analysis
- Cost-Benefit Analysis: Evaluates the practical value of assessment tools.
- Expectancy Tables: Show percentages of placements based on test-score intervals.
- Taylor-Russell Tables: Estimate improvements in selection decisions based on test inclusion.
Conclusion
- Understanding these principles can significantly enhance accuracy in assessment tools. Reliability and validity are crucial for effective evaluations, alongside being aware of variables that may skew results.
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Description
Explore the various types of data measurement, including interval, ordinal, ratio, and nominal data. This quiz also covers key statistical concepts like distributions, measures of central tendency, and correlation analysis. Test your knowledge on how data can be interpreted and analyzed scientifically.
