The Precise Amount of Error Inherent in the Reliability Estimate

question 86

Multiple Choice

The precise amount of error inherent in the reliability estimate published in a test manual will vary with

• A) the purchase price of the test (the more expensive, the less the error).
• B) the sample of test-takers from which the data were drawn.
• C) the population of test user actually using a published test.
• D) All of these

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Definitions:

Data Sets

Collections of related sets of information that are composed of separate elements but can be manipulated as a unit by a computer.

Objective Quality

Objective quality relates to measurable or quantifiable aspects of something, based on impartial criteria or standards rather than personal opinions.

Unbiased Approach

A method or standpoint that is impartial, not influenced by personal feelings or opinions in considering and representing facts.

Emotionally Charged

Pertains to situations, events, or information that invoke strong emotions or feelings.