An Index of Utility Can Be Distinguished from an Index

question 115

Multiple Choice

An index of utility can be distinguished from an index of reliability and an index of validity in that an index of utility can tell us something about

• A) how consistently a test measures what it measures in a particular context.
• B) whether a test measures what it purports to measure in a particular context.
• C) the practical value of the information derived from what a test measures.
• D) None of these

Understand the importance of developing skills and competencies to manage complexities in organizational behavior and problem solving.

Distinguish between technical skills and human skills and their significance in management.

Recognize the importance of lifelong learning for long-term career success.

Identify the role and functions of a manager according to Mintzberg’s managerial roles.

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Definitions:

Isolation

The process of separating sick individuals from healthy ones to prevent the spread of diseases.

Denial

A psychological defense mechanism where a person refuses to accept reality or facts, often as a way to avoid dealing with uncomfortable emotions or situations.

Aggression

Behaviors or attitudes that are forceful, hostile, or attacking, often indicating readiness to confront or engage.

Depression

A mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.