Only True Score Variance Is Reliable,and Only _________ Can Be

question 27

Multiple Choice

Only true score variance is reliable,and only _________ can be related systematically to any construct the test is designed to measure.

• A)true score variance
• B)observed score variance
• C)error variance

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Definitions:

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce phobic reactions and anxiety through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation while practicing relaxation techniques.

Sex Therapy

A form of psychotherapy aimed at addressing concerns related to sexual function, sexual feelings, and intimacy, often involving education, counseling, and behavioral exercises.

Personality Problems

Issues or difficulties in an individual's personality traits that can lead to psychological distress or impaired social functioning.

Spectator Role

A psychological concept where an individual becomes a detached observer of their own actions or experiences, often in the context of sexual dysfunction.