In a Sample Showing Low Absolute Continuity and High Differential

question 21

Multiple Choice

In a sample showing low absolute continuity and high differential continuity over time for a given trait,

• A) The average of individual scores remains the same over time and their relative positions in the score distribution remain the same
• B) The average of individual scores changes over time and their relative positions in the score distribution change
• C) The average of individual scores changes over time and their relative positions in the score distribution remain the same
• D) The average of individual scores remains the same over time and their relative positions in the score distribution change

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Definitions:

Convertible

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