A Problem with the Use of the Known Groups Method

question 17

Multiple Choice

A problem with the use of the known groups method to set cut scores is

• A) the two groups are always indistinguishable at a particular score.
• B) low scores in one group that compensate for high scores in the other.
• C) determining the minimally acceptable level of performance on the criterion.
• D) the lack of any guidelines or standards for choosing contrasting groups.

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