Which of the Following Occurred as a Result of Meehl's

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which of the following occurred as a result of Meehl's studies of individuals, which consisted of the same two scales that were elevated?

• A)Clinical scales were shown to be appropriately and correctly named.
• B)New criterion groups were created based on similarities in their MMPI profiles.
• C)Clinical groups were identified on the basis of patterns of MMPI scores.
• D)Psychiatric diagnosis became even more important to the definition of criterion groups.

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Definitions:

Theory of Punishment

Philosophical and legal discussions about the justification, nature, and practices of imposing penalties for wrongdoing.

Deserved

Something deemed to be earned or merited based on actions or qualities.

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Zealousness

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