In Order to Measure the Reliability of a Test, an Investigator

question 47

Multiple Choice

In order to measure the reliability of a test, an investigator determines

• A) whether the test is equally fair to all the people who take it.
• B) whether scores on the test make useful predictions of some other behavior.
• C) whether the items on the test represent the major topics that the test is supposed to cover.
• D) whether the people who score high on the test one time will also score high the next time they take the test.

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Definitions:

Extremity

Extremity refers to the furthest points or limbs of the body, such as hands and feet, often used in medical contexts to discuss injuries or conditions affecting these areas.

Vital Signs

Measures that provide critical information about a person's core bodily functions, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.

Physical Examination

A comprehensive assessment of a patient's body by a healthcare provider to detect any signs of disease.

Practical Intelligence

The aspect of intelligence that involves the ability to solve everyday problems by adapting to, shaping, or selecting environments.