In Order to Assess the Test-Retest Reliability of a Measure,the

question 26

Multiple Choice

In order to assess the test-retest reliability of a measure,the researcher should

• A) administer the measure at two different times to different people and compute the correlation between the two sets of scores.
• B) administer the measure at two different times to the same people and compute the correlation between the two sets of scores.
• C) correlate individuals' scores on the measure with a different measure designed to measure the same construct.
• D) ask two people to complete the measure several times and compute the correlations across the many time periods.

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Definitions:

HPA Axis

The Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axis is a complex set of interactions among these three endocrine glands, regulating stress response, mood, digestion, immune system, sexuality, and energy usage.

Cortisol

A hormone made in the adrenal glands, typically secreted when experiencing stress or when blood sugar levels are low.

Hippocampus

A part of the brain located in the temporal lobe, crucial for memory formation and spatial navigation.

Adrenal Cortex

The outer part of the adrenal gland that secretes steroid hormones which regulate metabolism, the immune system, and salt and water balance.