Which of the Following Represents a Major Source of Error

question 98

Multiple Choice

Which of the following represents a major source of error in rating scales?

• A) The large number of traits to be rated.
• B) The variation in the type of traits to be considered.
• C) The ambiguity of the trait names to the rater.
• D) The familiarity of the rater with the subjects to be rated.

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Definitions:

Negligence-Based Product Liability

A legal principle holding manufacturers or sellers responsible for harming consumers due to careless design, manufacture, or warning practices.

Compensatory Damages

Monetary compensation awarded to a plaintiff to indemnify actual losses, expenses, or harm suffered due to the defendant's wrongful conduct.

Punitive Damages

Monetary compensation awarded to an injured party that goes beyond that which is necessary to compensate for losses and is intended to punish the wrongdoer.

Punitive Damages

Financial compensation awarded to a plaintiff in a lawsuit, exceeding simple compensation and intended to punish the defendant for egregious wrongdoing.