The Purpose of Assessment Is to Measure Overt Behaviors or Responses

question 46

Multiple Choice

The purpose of assessment is to measure overt behaviors or responses shown by a person.

• A)clinical
• B)behavioral
• C)observational
• D)consequences

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Definitions:

Decodes

Refers to the process of interpreting encoded data or information to make it understandable.

Nonverbal Symbols

Forms of communication without the use of spoken language, involving gestures, body language, facial expressions, and other visual cues to convey messages or emotions.

Encoding

The process of converting information into a form that can be transmitted and understood by a receiver, critical in communication.

Sender

The party in a communication process who initiates the message and transmits it to the receiver.