When a test taker displays a pattern of responses that indicates a particular clinical diagnosis of a psychological disorder or the attributes that make up a behavioral trait, what model of scoring is used?
A) cumulative
B) categorical
C) ipsative
D) normative

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The categorical model of scoring is used when a test taker displays a pattern of responses that indicates a particular clinical diagnosis of a psychological disorder or the attributes that make up a behavioral trait. In this model, test scores are placed in categories or classifications that correspond to specific diagnoses or traits.

When a Test Taker Displays a Pattern of Responses That