The Standard Deviation (S)

question 16

Multiple Choice

The standard deviation (s)

• A) squares the deviations to eliminate minus values
• B) decreases in value as distributions become more heterogeneous
• C) does not use all the scores
• D) is based on the median rather than the mean

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Definitions:

Projective

Relating to psychological tests in which subjects' responses to ambiguous stimuli, such as pictures or patterns, are used to analyze their personality traits or emotions.

Observational

Pertaining to the acquisition of knowledge or skills through watching others and imitating their actions.

Personality Stability

The degree to which an individual's personality traits remain consistent over time.

Stable Personality

A personality trait characterized by consistent behaviors, attitudes, and emotions across different situations and over time.