DrBronfman Has Administered Her New 100-Item Test of Abstract Reasoning

question 42

Multiple Choice

Dr.Bronfman has administered her new 100-item test of abstract reasoning to a large sample of students.She is presently comparing their scores on the odd-numbered questions with those on the even-numbered questions in an effort to

• A) determine the test's validity.
• B) determine the test's reliability.
• C) standardize the test.
• D) provide a normal distribution of scores.

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Definitions:

Sphincter

A circular muscle that normally maintains constriction of a natural body passage or orifice and that relaxes as required by normal physiological functioning.

Pancreas

A gland located in the abdomen that produces digestive enzymes and hormones, including insulin, which helps regulate blood sugar levels.

Small Intestine

Part of the gastrointestinal tract between the stomach and large intestine, where most digestion and absorption of nutrients occurs.

Ileum

The final and longest segment of the small intestine, where absorption of nutrients and minerals is completed.