Latent Trait Models Differ from Classical Test Theory (CTT)in Many

question 39

Multiple Choice

Latent trait models differ from classical test theory (CTT) in many key ways including the fact that

• A) in CTT, no assumptions are made about the frequency distribution of test scores.
• B) latent trait models do not presume that test items can carry with them different "weight."
• C) latent trait models typically provide for follow-up studies to support the existence of the presumed trait.
• D) All of these

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