When a common regression line for two groups is used to predict performance, but the individual regression lines for the groups differ where they cross the y-axis, which one of the following types of predictive bias is present?
A. method bias
B. construct bias
C. slope bias
D. intercept bias
Ans: D
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a. understand overall comprehension. b. recognize and decode words that delay reading. c. read for mastery. d. understand vocabulary.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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a) Larry, age 65, who has a previous history of poor health b) Gwendolyn, age 34, who jogs a mile each morning c) Sid, age 18, who is on the high school football team d) Stephanie, age 9, who loves to dance