When Measuring a Particular Psychological Trait,the Term Error Variance Refers

question 69

Multiple Choice

When measuring a particular psychological trait,the term error variance refers to

• A) the degree to which impression management may influence the obtained score.
• B) the variations in score possible if another instrument was employed.
• C) the component of a test score attributable to sources other than the trait.
• D) All of these

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