Based on the Results of a Career Interest Inventory, a Counselor

question 23

Multiple Choice

Based on the results of a career interest inventory, a counselor says to a client: "Your interests are quite similar to those of elementary school teachers. You might want to consider that field." This line of reasoning suggests that what method has been used in developing the career interest inventory?

• A) content validation
• B) factor analysis
• C) criterion-keying
• D) item response theory

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Definitions:

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Cost Drivers

Factors that cause the cost of an activity to increase or decrease, influencing the total cost.

Planning Budget

A budget prepared for a specific level of activity that may be adjusted for various activity levels.