The Standard Deviation of a Theoretically Normal Distribution of Test

question 44

Multiple Choice

The standard deviation of a theoretically normal distribution of test scores obtained by one person on equivalent tests is

• A) the standard error of the difference between means.
• B) the standard error of measurement.
• C) the standard deviation of the reliability coefficient.
• D) the variance.

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Definitions:

Marginal Propensity

The ratio of a change in consumption (or saving) to a change in income, indicating how much of an income change individuals will spend or save.

Disposable Income

The amount of money available for savings or expenditure after all taxes and social security fees have been deducted.

Induced Consumption

Consumption that changes in response to changes in income or wealth, as opposed to autonomous consumption, which does not change when income changes.

Disposable Income

The amount of money that households have available for spending and saving after income taxes have been deducted.