Which of the following is important to remember when using group tests?
a. Group tests typically lack validity and have other poorly defined psychometric qualities.
b. Discrepancies in scores between group tests and other measures should be investigated.
c. Because they lack the detailed standardization of individual tests, group tests should be used cautiously.
d. Contrary to stereotype, group tests require considerable expertise to administer and score.
b
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a. ?burned out b. ?experiencing dissociative disorder c. ?experiencing a posttraumatic stress disorder d. ?employing cognitive coping skills
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a. using latent learning to train the rat. b. fading the rat's behavior. c. shaping the rat's behavior. d. using secondary reinforcement with the rat.
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a. ?specification b. ?implementation c. ?deceleration d. maintenance
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a. "Bodies are stronger and immune systems are better developed." b. "Bodies are much more susceptible to disease and illness." c. "Bodies are much pudgier with a higher body mass index." d. "Bodies are much weaker and immune systems are stressed and taxed."