Which of the Following Are Potential Causes of Item Nonresponse

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are potential causes of item nonresponse?

• A) Poorly worded questions
• B) Questions that are misunderstood
• C) Sensitive questions
• D) Questions that are misinterpreted
• E) All of the above.

---

Definitions:

Positive Symptoms

Observable manifestations such as hallucinations or delusions, typically associated with conditions like schizophrenia.

Negative Symptoms

In the context of psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia, these are symptoms that represent a reduction or absence of normal functions, like emotional expression or motivation.

Schizophrenia

A severe mental disorder characterized by disturbances in thought, perception, and behavior, leading to a disconnect from reality.

Late Teens

The age period that typically encompasses ages 17 to 19, marking the transition from adolescence to adulthood.