Describe the factors that must be considered when determine whether a test produces scores that are reliable enough to be used. Include a brief description of computed r-values and their evaluation.
What will be an ideal response?
Factors that must be considered include: type of reliability estimate being reported, purpose for which the test is being administered, and individual characteristics of the client being tested.
Reliability coefficients:
Very High greater than .90
High between .80 and .89
Acceptable between .70 and .79
Questionable between .60 and .69
Unacceptable less than .59
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A) ?Could B) ?What C) ?How D) ?Why
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