The Validity Scales on the MMPI-2

question 183

Multiple Choice

The validity scales on the MMPI-2

• A)are designed to detect habitual dishonesty.
• B)identify antisocial or delinquent individuals.
• C)detect unconscious motives the test-taker might normally lie about.
• D)detect attempts to make oneself look good or bad.

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