In selecting an indicator to measure a variable, a researcher should:
a. strive for the highest level of measurement possible.
b. be guided predominantly by the theoretical nature of the variable.
c. avoid the nominal level of measurement.
d. both strive for the highest level of measurement possible, and be guided
predominantly by the theoretical nature of the variable.
D
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A. Provide evaluation of other worker’s intervention skills B. Review case materials C. Ensure you are qualified to provide service required D. Provide transition when case is returned to original social worker
Conduct disorder in adolescents involves all except which of the following?
A) serious violations of rules, such as frequently staying out at night despite parental curfew, running away from home, and frequent truancies from school B) exhibiting aggression to people and animals C) internalized rage involving suicidal ideation, self-mutilation and eating disorders D) deceitfulness or theft, such as breaking into someone's home or car, lying to obtain something desired, non-violent stealing such as shoplifting
"Can you tell me about the night your father left?" is an example of:
A. A question that directs the clinician toward a solution
B. A closed question
C. A prying question
D. An open question
Which of the following was not found by the founder of positive psychology to be one of the three distinct pathways necessary to living a full life?
a. experiencing pleasure and positive emotions b. pursuing engagement c. achieving meaning d. achieving self-actualization