Identify and State the Historical Significance of the Following

question 92

Short Answer

Identify and state the historical significance of the following:
-Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)

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Definitions:

Factor Analysis

A statistical technique for finding clusters of related traits, tests, or items.

Empirical Method

A way of gaining knowledge by means of direct observation or experience, relying on evidence that is observable and measurable.

Scale Construction

A method used in research for assigning numerical values to variables, allowing for quantitative analysis of traits, attitudes, and behaviors.

Spearman-Brown Formula

In psychometrics, a mathematical formula that predicts the degree to which the reliability of a test can be improved by adding more items.