When the results of a mathematics test in a high school were analyzed, it was discovered that the average score for the males was significantly higher than that for the females. This is strong evidence that the test is biased against the females
a. True
b. False
b
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Unobtrusive direct observation is
A) rarely used in an early childhood classroom. B) more time consuming than obtrusive direct observation. C) not widely accepted as reliable. D) where the observer is aware of the process. E) where data collection occurs without the subject's knowledge.
As a general rule, regardless of whether you are focusing on relative or absolute achievement, never use items with discrimination values less than zero
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
When conducting a critical review of a research report, the reader focuses on the adequacy and appropriateness of the procedures so that a cause and effect relationship can be concluded. At this point the reader is concerned with the ______________ validity of the research
a. construct b. external c. internal d. logical
Group-comparison research studies can include
a. one independent variable and multiple dependent variables. b. multiple independent variables and one dependent variable. c. multiple independent variables and multiple dependent variables. d. multiple independent variables and one fixed variable.