The Degree to Which a Test Correctly Identifies People Who

question 228

Multiple Choice

The degree to which a test correctly identifies people who have the disorder the test is intended to detect is called ______.

• A) reliability
• B) specificity
• C) sensitivity
• D) face validity

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Definitions:

Display Rules

Culturally determined norms that dictate the appropriate expressions of emotions in various social situations.

Predictor

An element or variable that can be used to forecast or anticipate the outcome of a future event.

Future Happiness

An anticipated state of joy or satisfaction, often viewed as a goal or outcome of certain behaviors or life circumstances.

Marital Status

The legally defined relationship status of an individual with respect to marriage, such as single, married, divorced, or widowed.