Psychological Assessment
Eysenck supported a ________ factor model using ________ analysis. 3; orthogonal 16; oblique 5; oblique 32; orthogonal
3; orthogonal
Evidence for the validity of the NEO PI has been established by:
All of these
The neuropsychological tests/subtests of Tower of Hanoi and Porteus Mazes measure: Select one: a. inhibitory control b. planning and problem solving c. perseveration d. working memory
B
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), the guidelines do not apply to psychology students because they are not working yet.
False
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), the standards of practice require the acquisition of competence in psychological assessment but they do not require the maintenance of competence.
False
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), these guidelines are the only relevant guidelines for psychologists. No other guidelines or ethical codes are necessary regardless of the specialty.
False
It is not possible to administer the NEO PI to a group.
False
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., _____ was considered an authoritative source of psychometric and technical information regarding psychological assessment tools. Select one: a. Mental Measurements Yearbook b. DSM 5 c. DSM IV TR d. Pearson Assessment Resource
Mental Measurements Yearbook
Which of the following can be appropriately used with a 15 year old?
NEO-PI-3
A neuropsychological examination for Alzheimer's must rule out other possible dementia syndromes. Select one: True False
True
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), psychologists may have to guard against reports that were generated by untrained or unqualified individuals who could misunderstand or misuse psychological assessment data.
True
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), psychologists who provide psychological testing, assessment, and evaluation demonstrate knowledge in and seek to appropriately apply psychometric principles and measurement science as well as the effects of external sources of variability such as context, setting, purpose, and population.
True
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), the 2001 guidelines needed greater specificity of assessment constructs and foundational knowledge and needed to address the expanded and more specialized roles of psychologists using assessment and evaluation tools in various clinical and other professional settings.
True
Structured assessment materials must be validated on the population for which they are being used or the data collected might not be interpretable. Select one: True False
True
The "R" in the NEO PI-R stands for "revised".
True
Which of the following reduces variability in psychological testing situations? a. Detailed instruction regarding stimuli b. Time limits c. Verbal probes permissible to the client's questions d. All of the above
d. All of the above
A good anachronym for a five factor model is: Select one: a. FRUIT b. FFM16 c. EDOCN d. OCEAN
d. OCEAN
Psychologists should be especially aware of the transparency and ease of manipulation with the NEO PI in the following situations:
personnel selection - possibly wrong, idk
In assessment in forensic cases, the Psychopathology Checklist-Revised, is thought to be: Select one: a. recommended for adults b. a tool no longer used in practice c. unacceptable for adults d. useful for adolescents
recommended for adults
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), _____ are mandatory and _____ are aspirational. Select one: a. standards; guidelines b. guidelines; standards c. laws; judgments d. guidelines; laws
standards; guidelines
One legitimate criticism of the standardization (normative) sample of the NEO PI is: a. too many males b. too many females c. too highly educated d. too poorly educated e. too young
too highly educated
The NEO PI-R and the NEO-PI-3 have _____ alternate forms.
two
In a clinical setting, the NEO should not be used as a stand-alone measure (i.e. It should not be the only assessment used).
True
On the MMPI-2-RF, it is acceptable to interpret low scores when evaluating law enforcement candidates for hire.
True
One of the problems in substantiating reliability on the MMPI-2 occurs because of the extensive item overlap. True False
True
Pairs of domains are very useful when interpreting differing personality styles via the NEO PI. True False
True
Some of the IQ subtests can be utilized in a neuropsychological battery.
True
Some of the IQ subtests can be utilized in a neuropsychological battery. Select one: True False
True
The Five Factor Model of Personality is based on science. Select one: True False
True
The NEO PI may be easy to manipulate because of the lack of strong validity scales.
True
The NEO PI-R was listed among the most successful inventories at identifying the specific factors of the Five Factor Model.
True
The NEO can help identify personality pathology.
True
The extremes of any of the traits can be pathological. Select one: True False
True
The multitude of validity studies are considered a major asset of the MMPI. Select one: True False
True
The MMPI-2 scales have intercorrelations that are _____ which results from extensive _____. Select one: a. high, item overlap b. low; item overlap c. high; item heterogeneity d. moderate; item differentiation
a
The NEO PI was originally developed to be used only with: a. adolescent girls b. elderly men c. children d. mentally ill persons e. a normal population
a normal population
There is only one model of personality utilizing five factor approach? True false
a. True
Mentioned in the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., _____ is a major legal database that includes judicial opinions and orders from all states and federal courts. Select one: a. Westlaw b. Eastlaw c. MMY d. Google
a. Westlaw
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., the researchers focused on _____. Select one: a. clinical assessments b. developmental disability assessments c. workplace credentialing d. educational testing
a. clinical assessments
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), psychologists can fail to meet the guideline of _____ through inadequate initial training and failure to keep up with general advancements and revisions. Select one: a. competence b. intelligence c. awareness d. statistics
a. competence
The Stop Signal Test and the Matching Familiar Figures Test are neuropsychological tests measuring: Select one: a. inhibitory control b. intelligence c. planning d. working memory
a. inhibitory control
According to Table 3 in the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., _____ was found to be cited in the highest number of cases in their study. Select one: a. multiple versions of the MMPI b. multiple versions of the HCR c. multiple versions of the PAI d. multiple versions of the Static 99
a. multiple versions of the MMPI
Test results can be interpreted based on the scores to the standardization sample, a________, or compared to a level of proficiency, a__________. Select one: a. norm; criterion. b. criterion; norm. c. scale; norm. d. valid group; reliable measure.
a. norm; criterion.
A score on a graduate school test is said to be good predictor of graduate school GPA. This test would be said to have good: Select one: a. predictive validity b. convergent validity c. discriminant validity d. incremental validity
a. predictive validity
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), _____ regarding assessments are evaluated by the criteria of whether they are observable, measurable, and quantifiable.
a. profession-wide competencies
In consideration of the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., _____ provides less room for evaluator bias and is good for forensic and assessment psychology. Select one: a. quantitative data b. qualitative data c. untested assessment tools d. all of these answers reduce bias
a. quantitative data
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), psychological tests may differ greatly. The commonality is the process by which the subject's responses are evaluated and scored is _____. Select one: a. standardized b. computer scored c. hand scored d. subjective
a. standardized
The APA Ethical code requires psychologists to be self-aware and to ensure that they do not offer psychological services when their functioning is impaired because of research that shows that: a. the more negative life events psychologists experience, the more impairment in professional roles they report. b. self-awareness leads to better self-focus and therefore greater success c. impaired functioning often results in increased fatigue and a decreased immune system d. psychologists are experts at being able to "leave their problems at the door"
a. the more negative life events psychologists experience, the more impairment in professional roles they report.
Forensic evaluations often are focused on questions related to Select one: a. the prediction of dangerousness. b. the likelihood of relapse. c. understanding recidivism rates. d. understanding the individual's ability to form lasting relationships after incarceration.
a. the prediction of dangerousness.
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), _____ refers to the combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, training, experience, and practice credentials that are deemed desirable for the use of psychological tests and assessment materials.. Select one: a. assessment qualifications b. forensic psychology c. testing psychology d. APA ethics code
assessment qualifications
Cattell supported a _____ factor model using a _____ analysis. a. 3; orthogonal b. 16; oblique c. 5; oblique d. 16; orthogonal
b. 16; oblique
The NEO scores are based on a mean of _____ and a standard deviation of _____. a. 5; 10 b. 10; 100 c. 50; 10 d. 10; 50 e. 100; 15
c. 50; 10
Which of the following tasks are conducted during psychological assessment? Select one: a. Develop hypotheses b. Address inconsistencies c. All of these are correct d. Data collection
c. All of these are correct
Which of the following is usually the first step in the assessment process? Select one: a. Meeting with the client and establishing a working relationship. b. Deciding on which instruments are going to be used. c. Clarifying the referral question. d. Determining who will pay for the service.
c. Clarifying the referral question
Which of the following IS NOT a common factor in the five factor model? Select one: a. Agreeableness vs. Disagreeableness b. Introversion vs. Extraversion c. Depressed vs. Elated d. Neuroticism vs. Stability
c. Depressed vs. Elated
What type of validity ensures that the test provides a relatively pure measure of the construct that is minimally contaminated by other psychological constructs? a. Content validity b. Concurrent validity c. Discriminate validity d. Incremental validity
c. Discriminate validity
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of psychological assessment? a. Evaluating cognitive abilities b. Determining the extent of emotional impairment c. Using tone of voice to determine mental disorder d. Evaluating level of functioning based on the report of patient or other informants
c. Using tone of voice to determine mental disorder
This early American Psychologist believed in tough vs. tender mindedness as a type within personality. However, he did not believe that he could study personality types scientifically. Select one: a. Alfred Binet b. Wilhelm Wundt c. William James d. Sigmund Freud
c. William James
In consideration of the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., the burden of improving psychological science and assessments as they are used in legal contexts is dependent on Select one: a. judges b. lawyers c. psychologists d. all of these answers are correct e. only psychologists and attorneys are correct
c. psychologists ?
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., another article by Neal et al., found that _____ of the 364 psychological assessment tools that were reportedly used in legal contexts had favorable psychometric and technical properties. Select one: a. 100% b. 90% c. 67% d. 40%
d. 40%
Forensic psychologists work in: Select one: a. correctional settings b. private practice c. governmental offices d. all of the above
d. all of the above
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., psychologists should use assessment tools that are: Select one: a. relevant to the referral question b. within their expertise based on education, training, and experience c. likely to satisfy the admissibility standard in their jurisdiction d. all of these answers are correct e. none of these answers are correct Clear my choice
d. all of these answers are correct
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), _____ may be important data points to include in oral and written assessment reports. Select one: a. standardized tests b. interview c. environmental context d. all of these are correct.
d. all of these are correct.
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), assessment results may be used in which of these high stakes decisions? Select one: a. custody b. employment c. disability compensation d. all of these are correct.
d. all of these are correct.
All of the following are parts of the philosophical orientation behind the NEO PI EXCEPT: a. Agreeableness b. Conscientiousness c. Extraversion d. Neuroticism e. Psychoticism
e. Psychoticism
All of the NEO PI scales are considered to approximate a _____ distribution.
normal
If more than ____ items are not answered on the protocol of the NEO PI, it should not be scored and interpreted.
40
According to a 2007 study of the MMPI, a substantial risk for problematic behaviors with law enforcement candidates/officers was identified at T scores of 65, which is the normal clinical cutoff score. Select one: True False
False
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), supervised experience in administering psychological tests is not required in any of the guidelines. Students can read about a psychological test and complete a quiz and they will be qualified to give the test to someone in the public.
False
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), the guidelines do not apply to employers who use assessments for employee decisions.
False
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., expert witnesses cannot rely on inadmissible evidence when reaching their opinions. Select one: True False
False
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., only one court case is important for creating the guidelines for expert witnesses. Select one: True False
False
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., the MMY is not regularly updated. Select one: True False
False
After completing this course, PSYC 5018 Psychological Assessment, the students will be qualified to give psychological assessments without supervision by a licensed psychologist.
False
Because of the emphasis of differentiating pathology from normalcy on the MMPI, the interpretation of profiles within "normal" ranges is uncertain and should be approached with extreme caution. Select one: True False
False
Each item on the MMPI-2 only corresponds to one scale; there is no overlap of items and scales. True False
False
Extreme scores on the NEO PI are only important if they are on the high end of the scale.
False
Objective cognitive testing will not aid the diagnosis of Alzheimer's dementia. Select one: True False
False
The NEO focuses on pathology.
False
The current version of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory is the MMPI-2. Select one: True False
False
The gold standard to determine possible Alzheimer's impairment is to compare test results to the average performance within an age group. Select one: True False
False
There have been many tests for executive functions for the past 50 years.
False
Of the following, which is the BEST inventory to be used with normal populations: a. MMPI 2 b. MMPI 2 RF c. MCMI IV d. Rorschach e. NEO
NEO
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), assessment is most comprehensive and accurate when multiple data points are used to arrive at a determination (e.g., diagnosis, recommendation, disposition).
True
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), fidelity to the purpose and use of a given instrument are often critical to the validity of a test instrument as well as the accuracy of the assessment results.
True
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), psychologists are encouraged to become aware of the meaning of scores that underlie their interpretation and strive to describe findings in a report in a suitably interpretable manner.
True
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), psychologists may have a legal obligation to protect a client from misuse or misrepresentation of the psychological assessment data.
True
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., another article by Neal et al., found that if lawyers and experts in a particular jurisdiction have previously relied on a particular psychological assessment tool without challenge, then a new admissibility challenge is unlikely because the legal players may simply follow the status quo. Select one: True False
True
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., in 2019, Neal et al. provided a report about a systematic review of 364 psychological assessment tools that were used in legal contexts. Select one: True False
True
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et. al., the Supreme Court made it clear that Daubert calls for a flexible approach. Select one: True False
True
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., the researchers clearly stated that the evidence available in the primary, peer-reviewed literature should be the ultimate arbiter of the scientific worth of assessment tools. Select one: True False
True
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., the researchers want their findings to help mental health practitioners to be more discerning when they choose assessment tools. Select one: True False
True
An assessment device cannot be any more valid that it is reliable. Select one: True False
True
Both the NEO PI-R and the NEO-PI-3 are currently available for use. One version did not replace the other version.
True
If applied to traits, the statistical characteristic of the normal distribution of regression toward the mean suggests: if a trait is caused by many factors, the extremes of that trait are not as likely to be reproduced in the next generation. Select one: True False
True
Which of the following coefficients of correlation indicates the STRONGEST relationship between two sets of variables? Select one: a. -0.98 b. 0.90 c. 0.00 d. 1.20
a. -0.98
According to an "outdated category", the following MMPI Scales were considered the neurotic triad: a. 1, 2, and 3 b. 4, 6, and 10 c. 1, 2, and 5 d. 3, 4, and 7
a. 1, 2, and 3
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., another article by Gatowski et al., found that _____ of judges understood the concept of error rate. Select one: a. 4% b. 6% c. 71% d. 91%
a. 4%
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., the researchers found that _____ of the assessment tools had favorable reviews regarding their psychometric and technical properties. Select one: a. 40 % b. 90 % c. 67 % d. 15 %
a. 40 %
The NEO PI results consist of _____ personality dimensions and _____ facet scales. Select one: a. 5; 30 b. 3; 30 c. 3; 5 d. 5; 15 e. 5; 3
a. 5; 30
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., the researchers found that only _____ of the assessment tools were generally accepted in the field. Select one: a. 67 % b. 40 % c. 15 % d. 100 %
a. 67 %
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et. al., another article by Gatowski et al., found that _____ of judges recognized the value of testing. Select one: a. 88% b. 62% c. 55% d. 93%
a. 88%
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., _____ of the assessment tools used by psychologists and offered as expert evidence had been subjected to empirical testing. Select one: a. 90 % b. 25 % c. 50% d. 100%
a. 90 %
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., the researchers suggest _____ as a good starting point for finding assessment measures. Select one: a. APA PsychTESTS b. Tests for DSM 5 c. Daubert Resources d. Legal Tests
a. APA PsychTESTS
Which of the following correctly describes internal consistency? Select one: a. All aspects of a test contribute in a meaningful way to the data obtained. b. Similar results would be obtained if the person was retested at some point after the initial test. c. Similar results would be obtained if the test was conducted and/or scored by another evaluator. d. None of the above
a. All aspects of a test contribute in a meaningful way to the data obtained.
What type of validity ensures that the test actually includes items that are representative of all aspects of the underlying psychological construct the test is designed to measure? Select one: a. Content validity b. Concurrent validity c. Discriminate validity d. Incremental validity
a. Content validity
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., _____ is the expert admissibility standard in all federal courts. Select one: a. Daubert b. Frye c. Brown d. Slobogin
a. Daubert
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., seventy years after the _____ case, the Daubert case made a significant impact on expert witness testimony. Select one: a. Frye b. Dow Pharmaceuticals c. Brown d. Slobogin
a. Frye
Which of the following is NOT TRUE about psychological testing on the internet? a. On-line testing is a great substitute for assessment. b. Many tests in questionnaire format can be adapted for on-line administration. c. On-line completion of tests allows for accurate scoring and rapid feedback d. All of the above
a. On-line testing is a great substitute for assessment.
According to a 2007 study regarding the MMPI, the best predictors of negative outcomes with law enforcement candidates/officers are: Select one: a. RC3, RC6, RC8 b. RC1, RC2, RC3 c. FB, RC 3, RC4 d. PD, RC1, FB
a. RC3, RC6, RC8
What does false positive refer to? Select one: a. The psychologist diagnoses a child with ADHD, but the child does not have the disorder. b. The prediction that a suicide attempt would not occur was accurate. c. The diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder was warranted. d. The psychologist fails to diagnose someone with a personality disorder.
a. The psychologist diagnoses a child with ADHD, but the child does not have the disorder.
At least 8000 studies and counting have investigated different profile patterns (2 and 3 point codes) and have found good evidence for _____. a. construct validity b. test-retest reliability c. face validity d. split half reliability
a. construct validity
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), _____ is a component and may be the end product of the assessment process. Select one: a. evaluation b. assessment c. testing d. court testimony
a. evaluation
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., _____ can offer opinions and not just facts in most jurisdictions and legal contexts in the U.S. Select one: a. expert witnesses b. fact witnesses c. lay witnesses d. all of these are correct
a. expert witnesses
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., one study by Neal and Grisso found that an average of _____ different psychological assessment methods were used in a given forensic evaluation. Select one: a. four b. one c. three d. ten
a. four
A correlation coefficient of 1.36 would be Select one: a. impossible. b. a sign that the two variables are positively related. c. a sign that the two variables are negatively related. d. a sign that the two variables are not related.
a. impossible.
The MMPI was originally developed in: a. 1910 b. 1940 c. 1980 d. 2000
b. 1940
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., another article by Gatowski et al., found that _____ of judges understood the concept of falsifiability in testing. Select one: a. 4% b. 6% c. 71% d. 88%
b. 6%
With the restandardization, T scores of _____ or greater are considered the beginning of the clinical range (abnormal) on the MMPI-2. Select one: a. 50 b. 65 c. 70 d. 100
b. 65
Which of the following is the BEST example of psychological assessment as a stand-alone service? Select one: a. Psychoanalysis b. Child custody evaluations c. Intervention focused d. Psychosocial
b. Child custody evaluations
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., the _____ is generally accepted and generally has favorable reviews. Select one: a. MMPI only b. MMPI and PCL-R c. WAIS and Rorschach d. TAT and MCMI
b. MMPI and PCL-R
What standards does a psychological test have to demonstrate? a. Must be comprehensive in every way possible b. Reliable c. Must require long term training to administer d. All of the above
b. Reliable
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., experts in psychological assessments should rely on _____ to determine if a tool is scientifically strong enough for use in a given case. Select one: a. MMY and assessment tool manual b. assessment tool manual and primary literature c. MMY and primary literature d. DSM 5 and Westlaw
b. assessment tool manual and primary literature
Purposes of neuropsychological assessment include: Select one: a. diagnosis, prognosis, remediation b. diagnosis, prognosis, treatment and rehabilitation, legal issues c. diagnosis, prognosis, treatment and rehabilitation d. diagnosis, prognosis, remediation, and legal issues
b. diagnosis, prognosis, treatment and rehabilitation, legal issues
The NEO PI consists of a _____ scale.
b. five point Likert
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., the researchers found that many psychological assessment tools used in legal contexts as scientific evidence have _____. Select one: a. strong scientific foundations b. poor or unknown scientific foundations c. good qualitative foundations d. poor qualitative foundations
b. poor or unknown scientific foundations
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et al., the purpose of admissibility standards is to: Select one: a. create a way for people with doctorates to make a lot of money. b. prevent the introduction of "junk science" in court proceedings. c. increase the expense of a court trial. d. make it easier for a fact witness to become an expert witness. Clear my choice
b. prevent the introduction of "junk science" in court proceedings.
The 80% , or four-fifths rule is a guideline the courts have used Select one: a. to determine which 20% of the population a measure is appropriate for. b. to label a test item as biased. c. to ascertain the number of passing grades appropriate for criterion measurements. d. all of the above.
b. to label a test item as biased.
A major restandardization of the MMPI began in: a. 1950 b. 1967 c. 1982 d. 2002
c. 1982
According to the substantial evidence with correlations between genetics and personality traits, _____ percent of personality traits are due to _____ factors. Select one: a. 50; environmental b. 25; genetic c. 75; environmental d. 50; genetic
d. 50; genetic
One large source of data that Cattell was able to utilize was: Select one: a. College freshman b. Army recruits c. College athletes d. Air Force recruits
d. Air Force recruits
It is important when conducting a clinical assessment to be aware of which of the following? a. Religious Beliefs b. Cognitive level of the client c. Ethnicity d. All of the above
d. All of the above
What is one type of technical skill required to conduct a psychological assessment? a. Effective use of the assessment methods b. Responsive communication of findings and recommendation c. Case conceptualization d. All of the above
d. All of the above
Which of the following assumptions about validity should not be made? Select one: a. If a test has been shown valid for one purpose it can be assumed that it is valid for other purposes. b. If a test has been shown valid for one ethnic group it can be assumed that it is valid for other ethnic groups. c. It is a dichotomous variable d. All of the above
d. All of the above
Which of the following is TRUE about psychologists that perform child custody evaluations? Select one: a. Expertise in child development b. Expertise in psychological assessment c. Informed opinions about optimal parenting plans d. All of the above
d. All of the above
According to the APA Guidelines for Psychological Assessment and Evaluation (2020), these guidelines apply to _____. Select one: a. job selection b. performance appraisals c. psychoeducational assessments d. All of these answers are correct.
d. All of these answers are correct.
According to the article on Psychological Assessments in Legal Contexts by Neal et. al., the researchers want their findings to help the public _____. Select one: a. be skeptical b. ask questions c. take advantage of the adversarial process d. All of these answers are correct.
d. All of these answers are correct.
______ is a statistical procedure that is computationally intense and is specifically designed to find patterns in large amounts of data. It was almost impossible to utilize until the invention of the computer. Select one: a. Median b. t-test c. Mode d. Factor Analysis
d. Factor Analysis
What type of validity ensures that the measure adds to the prediction of a criterion above what can be predicted by other sources of data? Select one: a. Content validity b. Concurrent validity c. Discriminate validity d. Incremental validity
d. Incremental validity
Which of the following IS NOT represented by OCEAN? Select one: a. Openness b. Neuroticism c. Conscientiousness d. Outrageous
d. Outrageous
According to Cattell, _____ represented laboratory and physiological results. a. L data b. Q data c. R data d. T data
d. T data
Forensic psychologists: Select one: a. are using increasingly reliable and valid methods b. must acknowledge limitations of instruments c. must address the issue of law in their reports d. all of the above
d. all of the above
Which of the following contribute to lack of clarity in assessment reports? Select one: a. excessive length b. over reliance on technical information and statistics c. excessive brevity d. all of the above
d. all of the above
The following statistical technique(s) can do more than look for patterns; it can test theories: a. traditional factor analysis b. structural equation modeling c. confirmatory factor analysis d. both B and C
d. both B and C
The primary goal which all assessments share is to: a. investigate cognitive processing abilities b. evaluate physiological aspects of stress c. analyze behavioral intervention treatment success d. examine the current level of psychosocial functioning
d. examine the current level of psychosocial functioning
The main reason that it is so difficult to predict dangerousness is that Select one: a. no relevant, valid measures exist to measure this behavior. b. most clinicians refuse to work with clients who have been assaultive in the past, so little data is available to use in making such predictions. c. dangerousness is often comorbid with drug and alcohol abuse which renders our instruments much less reliable. d. the base rate for such behaviors is very low for most groups of people.
d. the base rate for such behaviors is very low for most groups of people.
The NEO PI has which of the following strong validity scales: Fake good Fake bad Lie Scales Random Response None of these
e. None of these
The Stop Signal Test and the Matching Familiar Figures Test are neuropsychological tests measuring: Select one: a. inhibitory control b. intelligence c. planning d. working memory
inhibitory control
According to the article Expert Evidence: The (Unfulfilled) Promise of Daubert by DeMatteo, et. al., Daubert creates a gatekeeping role that is suppose to be fulfilled by _____. Select one: a. judges b. juries c. expert witnesses d. defendants
judges
