Concerning the Convergence Between Ratings Using Self-Report and Observer-Report, Three

question 53

Multiple Choice

Concerning the convergence between ratings using self-report and observer-report, three major findings have emerged. Which is NOT one of them?

• A) self-report and observer-report are correlated
• B) observer-report and observer-report are correlated
• C) self-report ratings are always more accurate
• D) observer reports are sometimes more accurate than self-reports

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