Briefly Explain Empirical Criterion Keying, the Method of Test Construction

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Essay

Briefly explain empirical criterion keying, the method of test construction used by the authors of the MMPI.

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A phenomenon where the desire for harmony or conformity in a group results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome, often sidelining alternative viewpoints.

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon in which the desire for harmony and conformity in a group results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Norms

Shared rules or guidelines that prescribe the behavior that is acceptable and expected within a group or society.

ASA Model

Stands for Attraction-Selection-Attrition Model, a framework used to understand how individuals are attracted to, selected by, and leave organizations, highlighting the role of fit between person and organization.