Suppose You Were Trying to Estimate the Reliability of a Whole

question 33

Multiple Choice

Suppose you were trying to estimate the reliability of a whole test on the basis of the correlation between scores on the two halves of the test. In order to correct for using scores based on the halves, you might use the

• A)KR 20.
• B)alpha method.
• C)Spearman-Brown formula.
• D)split half method.

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Definitions:

Comparative Reasoning

The process of analyzing and evaluating the similarities and differences between entities to draw a conclusion or make a decision.

Ideological Reasoning

The process of forming judgments and ideas based on a set ideology or set of beliefs, rather than empirical evidence or objective truth.

Independent Verification

The process of having a third party check or validate findings or results to ensure their accuracy or authenticity.

Statistical Tests

Procedures used in statistics to determine whether hypotheses about data sets can be supported or refuted.