Describe How an Empirical Method of Test Construction Differs from the Rational/theoretical

question 175

Essay

Describe how an empirical method of test construction differs from the rational/theoretical method of test construction, and use examples of specific personality tests to illustrate each.

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Definitions:

Traditional Society

A society that is largely based on customs, traditions, and pre-modern economic activities such as agriculture.

Modern Society

A societal phase marked by advanced technology, industrialization, rationality, and complex social structures, differentiating it from earlier societies.

Cultural Diversity

The existence of a variety of cultural or ethnic groups within a society, celebrated for enriching the social fabric.

Western Mass Media

Media outlets originating in the Western world, including television, radio, newspapers, and the internet, that can influence public opinion and cultural norms.