Test Developers Calculate an Item-Validity Index To

question 46

Multiple Choice

Test developers calculate an item-validity index to:

• A) understand why an item is difficult or easy.
• B) reduce the likelihood of an examinee's guessing.
• C) maximize the criterion-related validity.
• D) determine the internal consistency of the test.

Recognize the common irrational assumptions and thought patterns that contribute to anxiety according to cognitive theories.

Apply knowledge of psychological theories to analyze case vignettes of persons experiencing anxiety disorders.

Understand the historical and theoretical underpinnings of anxiety disorders from multiple psychological perspectives.

Distinguish between normal and pathological anxiety and obsessive-compulsive behaviors using theoretical criteria and examples.

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Definitions:

Trial Balance

A bookkeeping worksheet in which the balances of all ledgers are compiled into debit and credit account columns to verify that the ledger accounts are correctly balanced.

Ledger Balances

The current totals in ledger accounts, reflecting all transactions up to a given point in time.

Trial Balance

An accounting report that lists the balances of all ledgers accounts to verify that total debits equal total credits.

Ledger

A comprehensive collection of a company’s financial accounts, recording all transactions and financial activities.