A Psychological Test Is Standardized to the Extent That It

question 167

Multiple Choice

A psychological test is standardized to the extent that it:

• A)measures what it is supposed to measure.
• B)has been normed using samples representative of those for whom the test was designed.
• C)yields consistent measurements.
• D)minimizes potential cultural biases.

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Definitions:

Artificial Atmosphere

A man-made environment that replicates the conditions of a natural atmosphere, often used in space exploration or controlled scientific experiments.

Laboratory Experiments

Controlled tests or investigations conducted in a lab setting where variables are closely controlled to explore scientific processes or effects.

Internal Validity

The extent to which a research study can demonstrate that a causal relationship exists between the independent and dependent variables, free from confounding variables.

External Validity

The degree to which a study's findings can be applied to other contexts and different individuals.