When "Putting a Test to the Test" and Researching the Reliability

question 4

Multiple Choice

When "putting a test to the test" and researching the reliability of a particular instrument such as the Bricklin Perceptual Scales,test users will

• A) consult the test's manual and test reviews.
• B) discover controversy as to how suitable a measure of reliability is.
• C) learn of the need for multiple sources of data.
• D) All of these

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Definitions:

Misdirection

refers to the technique of distracting attention away from the intended focus, often used in magic tricks or in strategic communication.

Organizational Interests

The priorities or goals shared by members within an organization that guide its actions and decisions.

Hindsight Bias

The tendency to believe, after an event has occurred, that one would have predicted or expected the outcome.

Inert Knowledge Problem

The phenomenon where knowledge acquired by an individual cannot be applied effectively to new or practical situations.