If During the Development of a Multiple Aptitude Test, the Test

question 45

Multiple Choice

If during the development of a multiple aptitude test, the test publisher finds a number of high correlations among several of their subtests, this could be an indication of:

• A) high validity, as the test shows inter-test purity.
• B) high reliability, as the tests are highly correlated with one another.
• C) the need for further refinement of the test, as some of the subtests may be measuring similar factors.
• D) low practicality because time could be saved by administering less tests.
• E) none of these.

Grasp the concept of heritability and its relevance to the study of intelligence.

Evaluate different theories of intelligence, including Sternberg's triarchic theory and Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences.

Recognize the characteristics of creative people.

Understand the criteria for a good test of intelligence, including validity, reliability, and standardization.

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