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"The questions make sense to the person reading them and the wording of the questions see
ms to fit the type of information desired." In regard to personality inventories, which type of valid
ity is defined by the preceding statement?
a. Predictive
*b. Face
c. Construct
d. Analytic
All of the following statements are TRUE about the MMPI EXCEPT that
a. there is little room for interpretation.
b. the test is tedious and time-consuming.
c. there is a version for adolescents.
*d. individual responses are examined to determine a diagnostic pattern.
As an assessment measure, the MMPI is considered unique because it is
*a. empirically based.
b. theory based.
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c. based on the biological model.
d. based on the humanistic approach.
If you were asked to compare and contrast the MMPI and the Rorschach inkblot test, you
co uld say correctly that
a. responses are interpreted individually in the MMPI.
*b. the pattern of responses is evaluated in the MMPI.
c. the Rorschach test is more tedious and time-consuming for the patient to complete.
d. the Rorschach test more accurately predicts psychopathology.
Since the MMPI is , the assessment concept known as reliability is increased.
*a. often interpreted by computer
b. made up of many scales
c. non-sexist
d. well-researched
The MMPI-2 differs from earlier versions of the MMPI because it
a. is shorter.
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*b. was normed on a much more diverse sample.
c. is less reliable.
d. is normed on a much more selective sample.
Heinrich falsifies answers his answers on the MMPI so that he will look good. He will
prob ably have a high score on the scale.
a. Cannot Say
*b. Lie
c. Paranoia
d. Defensiveness
The MMPI is a notable measurement instrument because it
*a. has been shown to be valid with a range of psychological problems.
b. relies on subjective interpretations of patterns.
c. is short and easy to administer.
d. is the oldest test measure developed.
The MMPI-A, a new version of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory, has
been developed specifically for testing .
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a. children with ADHD
b. children with autism
c. adults
*d. adolescents
The MMPI-2, a more recent version of the personality inventory, has been updated to
reflect all of the following
EXCEPT .
a. cultural diversity
b. gender equality
c. contemporary issues
*d. sexual values
Personality tests linked through social media are typically:
a. based on scientific evidence
b. valid
c. reliable
*d. just for fun
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"The questions make sense to the person reading them and the wording of the questions see
ms to fit the type of information desired." In regard to personality inventories, which type of valid
ity is defined by the preceding statement?
a. Predictive
*b. Face
c. Construct
d. Analytic
All of the following statements are TRUE about the MMPI EXCEPT that
a. there is little room for interpretation.
b. the test is tedious and time-consuming.
c. there is a version for adolescents.
*d. individual responses are examined to determine a diagnostic pattern.
As an assessment measure, the MMPI is considered unique because it is
*a. empirically based.
b. theory based.
,PSYCH 2310 EXAM QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS 2023 A+
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c. based on the biological model.
d. based on the humanistic approach.
If you were asked to compare and contrast the MMPI and the Rorschach inkblot test, you
co uld say correctly that
a. responses are interpreted individually in the MMPI.
*b. the pattern of responses is evaluated in the MMPI.
c. the Rorschach test is more tedious and time-consuming for the patient to complete.
d. the Rorschach test more accurately predicts psychopathology.
Since the MMPI is , the assessment concept known as reliability is increased.
*a. often interpreted by computer
b. made up of many scales
c. non-sexist
d. well-researched
The MMPI-2 differs from earlier versions of the MMPI because it
a. is shorter.
,PSYCH 2310 EXAM QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS 2023 A+
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*b. was normed on a much more diverse sample.
c. is less reliable.
d. is normed on a much more selective sample.
Heinrich falsifies answers his answers on the MMPI so that he will look good. He will
prob ably have a high score on the scale.
a. Cannot Say
*b. Lie
c. Paranoia
d. Defensiveness
The MMPI is a notable measurement instrument because it
*a. has been shown to be valid with a range of psychological problems.
b. relies on subjective interpretations of patterns.
c. is short and easy to administer.
d. is the oldest test measure developed.
The MMPI-A, a new version of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory, has
been developed specifically for testing .
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a. children with ADHD
b. children with autism
c. adults
*d. adolescents
The MMPI-2, a more recent version of the personality inventory, has been updated to
reflect all of the following
EXCEPT .
a. cultural diversity
b. gender equality
c. contemporary issues
*d. sexual values
Personality tests linked through social media are typically:
a. based on scientific evidence
b. valid
c. reliable
*d. just for fun
