In Using the Same Test More Than Once During the Course

question 56

Multiple Choice

In using the same test more than once during the course of therapy, the psychologist is most likely trying to gauge the course of symptoms over time or

• A) the acceptability of the treatment recommendations.
• B) the effect of treatment.
• C) the validity of the diagnosis.
• D) the baseline frequency of symptoms.

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Definitions:

Validity

A quality of tests that actually measure what they are supposed to measure.

Reliability

A quality of tests that measure consistently what they are trying to measure.

Intelligence Quotient

A measure of a person's cognitive abilities in relation to their age group, typically assessed through standardized tests.

Dyslexia

A common learning difficulty that can cause problems with reading, writing, and spelling.