An Index Composed of Questions to Measure Knowledge of Poverty

question 30

Multiple Choice

An index composed of questions to measure knowledge of poverty related public policies would be unreliable if respondents' answers to each question were totally ______ of their answers to the others.

• A) dependent
• B) consistent
• C) independent
• D) similar

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Definitions:

Encoded Information

Data that has been converted into a form, code, or language that can be processed and used effectively by a person or machine.

Retrieval Failure

The inability to recall information from long-term memory, often explained by the theory of decay or interference.

Hypnotic Suggestion

A directive given during hypnosis intended to influence thoughts, behaviors, sensations, or perceptions.

Encoding Failure

The inability to create a memory link for information, resulting in its forgetfulness.