Correct Answer:
A. The test is reliable but may lack validity
Consistency alone does not guarantee validity: a test can consistently measure the wrong construct, so it is reliable but may lack validity.
Related MCQs
Q. Which of the following is said about the idealists?
A.
(a) They are content with “briars”
B.
(b) They like “roses”
C.
(c) They are satisfied neither with “briars” nor with “roses”
D.
(d) They want “roses” and “briars” both.
Correct answer is:
C. (c) They are satisfied neither with “briars” nor with “roses”
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Which of the following is a potential drawback of using a highly competitive reward system in the classroom?
A.
It can motivate all students effectively.
B.
It can undermine intrinsic motivation and create feelings of resentment among losers.
C.
It is too difficult for teachers to manage.
D.
It always leads to better academic performance.
Correct answer is:
B. It can undermine intrinsic motivation and create feelings of resentment among losers.
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Which distinction is most fundamental when differentiating teacher-made and standardized tests?
A.
Teacher-made tests are always objective, whereas standardized tests are subjective
B.
Teacher-made tests are developed by classroom teachers, whereas standardized tests are developed by specialists
C.
Teacher-made tests measure achievement, whereas standardized tests measure aptitude only
D.
Standardized tests are always summative, whereas teacher-made tests are always formative
Correct answer is:
B. Teacher-made tests are developed by classroom teachers, whereas standardized tests are developed by specialists
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The roles of training and experiences for behavior shaping are emphasized in:
A.
Cognitive approach
B.
Behaviorist approach
C.
Humanistic approach
D.
Social learning approach
Correct answer is:
B. Behaviorist approach
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A primary reinforcer has ________ reinforcing properties; a secondary reinforcer has ________ reinforcing properties:
A.
Biological; acquired
B.
Conditioned; unconditioned
C.
Potent; weak
D.
Immediate; delayed
Correct answer is:
A. Biological; acquired
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When a student is caught cheating on a test, the teacher's response should be:
A.
To ignore it to avoid conflict.
B.
To publicly shame the student.
C.
To follow the school's policy, which typically involves a private conversation, a zero on the test, and contacting parents/administration.
D.
To give the student a warning and let them retake the test.
Correct answer is:
C. To follow the school's policy, which typically involves a private conversation, a zero on the test, and contacting parents/administration.
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