Every distracter in a multiple-choice item should be selected by approximately the same number

of examinees who do not know the answer.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


TRUE

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Much of the controversy regarding testing has centered on the finding that on average, the IQ scores of African Americans are

a. 15 points above the scores of white Americans. b. 20 points below the scores of white Americans. c. one standard deviation below the scores of white Americans. d. two standard deviations below the scores of white Americans.

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Assimilation occurs when:

a. a group surrenders its cultural identity and is absorbed into the larger society b. two groups come into continuous firsthand contact with subsequent changes in the original culture pattern of either or both groups c. a group maintains its culture but also interacts with other groups d. the traditional culture is lost and there is little contact with the larger society e. intergroup contact is unwelcome and cultural integrity is maintained

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Why do adolescents turn to substances to alter how they feel?

What will be an ideal response?

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Tara begins a study with an assessment of 18 year-olds. Five years later, she follows up these

people and adds a new group of 18 year-olds. Five years later, she follows up both groups and adds a new group of 18 year-olds. Tara is using a developmental design entitled the __________ design. Fill in the blanks with correct word

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