Some Psychologists Have Questioned Whether the Abilities Measured by Psychometric

question 23

Multiple Choice

Some psychologists have questioned whether the abilities measured by psychometric tests have much relevance,or meaning,as far as measuring the kinds of abilities that are needed to function intelligently in everyday life.These individuals think that psychometric tests may lack _________.

• A)reliability
• B)ecological validity
• C)statistical significance
• D)histological importance

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Definitions:

Blood Pressure

the force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, measured to assess cardiovascular health.

American Medical Association

A professional group that represents the interests of physicians and medical students in the United States, often involved in healthcare policy and research.

Hypertension

A chronic medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.

Consistency

The degree of viscosity or firmness of a substance, or the uniformity in the application or adherence to the same principles over time.