Which of the Following Statements Regarding Acceptable Levels of Test

question 193

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding acceptable levels of test reliability is accurate?

• A) Reliability estimates must be equal to or higher than .50.
• B) Reliability estimates must be equal to or higher than .70.
• C) Reliability estimates must be .50 or higher for a personality test, and .70 or higher for a test of mental ability.
• D) There are no absolute guidelines about acceptable levels of reliability.

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Definitions:

Incidence

The occurrence, rate, or frequency of a disease, disorder, or event in a specified population over a particular period of time.

Small Population

A group of individuals or entities considered small in number within a larger context or comparison.

Epidemiological Study

A research investigation that aims to identify the patterns, causes, and control of diseases in groups of people.

Eating Disorders

Mental disorders that involve abnormal eating habits that negatively impact a person's physical or mental health, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder.