A Tendency to Respond to a Test Item in a Characteristic

question 91

Multiple Choice

A tendency to respond to a test item in a characteristic manner irrespective of the content of the item is known as

• A) a response prevention.
• B) a response style.
• C) an impression management effort.
• D) a halo effect.

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Definitions:

Cocktail Provision

A clause in agreements or policies designed to handle unforeseen circumstances.

Preferred Shares

Type of ownership in a corporation that has a higher claim on its assets and earnings than common shares, often with fixed dividends.

Common Shares

Equity securities that represent ownership in a corporation, giving holders voting rights and a share in the company's profits via dividends.

Acquisition

The process of acquiring control of a company by purchasing its shares or assets, effectively resulting in a change of ownership.