Two Student Researchers Wish to Determine the Degree of Interobserver

question 56

Multiple Choice

Two student researchers wish to determine the degree of interobserver reliability they achieved in their study.They observed individual students who were approaching another person on a campus path.The two observers both independently recorded whether or not each observed student greeted the other person.Which of the following measures should the student researchers use to assess interobserver reliability?

• A) Pearson Product-Moment correlation
• B) Spearman's rank-order correlation
• C) interobserver coding measure
• D) percentage agreement measure

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Definitions:

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A slowing-down of thought and a reduction of physical movements in an individual, which can be a symptom of psychiatric disorders such as depression.

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A condition where an individual experiences a profound disturbance in their belief or value system, often related to a sense of purpose, hope, or connection.

Risk for Suicide

A situation where an individual shows signs of potentially engaging in self-destructive behavior that could lead to their death.

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