Question 1

Regarding aptitude tests, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Special aptitude tests are designed to measure specific abilities rather than a broad range of abilities, which is the opposite of what is stated in option A. Intelligence tests, on the other hand, aim to measure a broader range of cognitive abilities.

Question 2

An operational definition of intelligence is based on the

Accepted Answer

An operational definition of intelligence is based on the procedures used to measure intelligence, as it specifies the exact methods used to assess, quantify, or define intelligence in a measurable and replicable manner.

Question 3

Dr. Wyner has determined that his new intelligence test is reliable, which means that it

Accepted Answer

Reliability in the context of psychological testing and measurement refers to the consistency of a test's results over time. If a test is reliable, it means that it yields almost the same score each time it is given to the same person, assuming that the person's level of the trait being measured has not changed. This is what option B describes. Options A, C, and D describe validity, standardization, and objectivity, respectively, rather than reliability.

Question 4

Which type of test measures two or more abilities and is more like an intelligence test?

Accepted Answer

Multiple aptitude tests measure a range of abilities, similar to how intelligence tests assess various cognitive skills.

Question 5

The well-known SAT Reasoning Test (SAT), which measures aptitudes for language, math, and reasoning, is considered to be a(n)__________ test.

Accepted Answer

The SAT Reasoning Test is considered a multiple aptitude test because it assesses abilities in various areas such as language, math, and reasoning, rather than focusing on a single specific skill or knowledge area.

Question 6

A psychologist who gives you a list of test items when you ask him or her for a definition of intelligence is

Accepted Answer

Providing a list of test items as a definition of intelligence is an example of an operational definition, which defines a concept in terms of the specific procedures or operations used to measure it.

Question 7

A medical test for pregnancy, which gives positive and negative responses for the same woman on the same day, is lacking

Accepted Answer

A medical test that gives inconsistent results (positive and negative responses for the same condition) on the same day lacks reliability, as it does not consistently produce the same outcome under the same circumstances.

Question 8

As a school psychologist, Dr. Rennan administers specific aptitude, intelligence, and achievement tests. All of these measures of her students' mental functions would be considered __________ tests.

Accepted Answer

These tests are all examples of psychometric tests, which are designed to measure mental performance, abilities, and characteristics.

Question 9

Which of the following types of tests predicts whether you will succeed in a single area, such as clerical work or computer programming?

Accepted Answer

Special aptitude tests are designed to predict an individual's ability to succeed in a specific area or field, such as clerical work or computer programming, by assessing skills and abilities relevant to that field.

Question 10

Lana will be taking a test to be admitted to the graduate program in psychology. This test is most likely a __________ test.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Lana will be taking a test to...

Question 11

The items actually selected for an intelligence test provide which type of definition of intelligence?

Accepted Answer

The items selected for an intelligence test provide an operational definition of intelligence, as they concretely define how intelligence will be measured and assessed through specific tasks or questions.

Question 12

A test is said to be reliable if it

Accepted Answer

Reliability in testing refers to the consistency of the test results over repeated administrations. If a test is reliable, it should give approximately the same score to a person each time he or she takes it, assuming that the person's skill level has not changed.

Question 13

For a test to be reliable, the scores must be

Accepted Answer

For a test to be considered reliable, it must produce consistent results over time or across different raters. This means that if the test is administered multiple times under similar conditions, it should yield similar scores, indicating high reliability. High correlation among test scores is a key indicator of this consistency.

Question 14

Helena is taking a test to determine her capacity for learning musical abilities. Helena is most likely taking a(n)__________ test.

Accepted Answer

Aptitude tests are designed to assess a person's potential to develop skills or abilities in a specific area, such as music.

Question 15

Any measure used to assess a person's intelligence, aptitude, or other mental functions is referred to as a(n)

Accepted Answer

Psychometric tests are designed to measure individuals' mental performance, including aspects of intelligence and aptitude, making them the correct answer.

Question 16

Tests required to enter graduate schools of law, medicine, business, and dentistry are considered to be __________ tests.

Accepted Answer

These tests are considered multiple aptitude tests because they assess a range of skills and abilities relevant to the specific field of study.

Question 17

To select people for employment and to advise people about choosing careers, Dr. Shannon uses a variety of tests. When she wants to measure a specific skill that will be used on a particular job, she would use a(n)__________ test.

Accepted Answer

Aptitude tests are designed to measure specific skills or abilities that are relevant to performance in a particular job or role, making them suitable for employment selection and career advising when a specific skill is being assessed.

Question 18

The ability of a test to yield the same score, or nearly the same score, each time it is given to the same person is called

Accepted Answer

Reliability refers to the consistency of a measure, meaning that the test yields similar results under consistent conditions when administered multiple times to the same individual.

Question 19

If you weigh yourself several times in a row and the bathroom scale gives the same weight each time, then the bathroom scale is said to be

Accepted Answer

A bathroom scale giving the same weight multiple times in a row demonstrates reliability, as it consistently produces the same results under the same conditions.

Question 20

Gayle has applied for a summer job and has been asked to take a test to determine if she will succeed in clerical work. Gayle is most likely taking a __________ test.

Accepted Answer

Special aptitude tests are designed to measure specific skills or abilities related to a particular job or career field, such as clerical work. These tests help employers predict how well an applicant will perform in a specific role.

Quiz 9: Intelligence