What is the basic assumption underlying classical test theory?
a. Norm-referenced assessments provide a reliable estimate of an individual's true characteristics; however, criterion-referenced assessments do not
b. Every observation (e.g., test score, instrument result, behavioral observation) is a combination of an individual's true score plus error.
c. Projective tests are more reliable and valid than standardized assessments.
d. None of the above.
b
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Rates of hypertension among African Americans and Hispanic Americans:
a. are lower than the general population due to higher levels of minority group cohesion and support. b. are equal to the general population despite increased stress. c. are elevated compared to the general population and have been linked to the stress of prejudice and discrimination. d. immigrants are lower than in their native countries due to improved economic opportunities.
Which of the following is the best definition for disengaged or rigid boundaries?
a. There is not a clear distinction between members, creating a strong sense of mutuality and connection at the expense of individual autonomy. b. Families with rigid or disengaged boundaries have excessive tolerance for deviation and often do not support or protect one another. c. Boundaries that allow for close emotional contact with others while simultaneously allowing each person to maintain a sense of identity and differentiation. d. Families with rigid boundaries have little tolerance for deviation and always mobilize support and protection for each other.
The therapy indicated for an individual at the symptom/situational level of change, and the action stage would be:
a. gestalt or experiential therapy. c. strategic therapy. b. behavior therapy. d. existential therapy.
Which of the following is not characteristic of Holland’s Investigative occupational category?
a. Doing repetitive activities b. Observing, learning, researching c. Analyzing and solving problems d. Immersion in scientific issues e. Working with ideas