Question 1

What right includes the concept that individuals are entitled to full explanations of why they are being tested, how the test data will be used, and what the test results mean?
A) right to confidentiality
B) right to informed consent
C) right to privacy
D) right to know and understand test results

Accepted Answer

The right to informed consent includes the concept that individuals are entitled to full explanations of why they are being tested, how the test data will be used, and what the test results mean. This right allows individuals to make an informed decision about whether or not they want to be tested, and to understand the implications of the test.

Question 2

Lack of which one of the following can contribute to invalidating test results and result in psychological injury to individuals?
A) test security
B) self-determination
C) confidentiality
D) anonymity

Accepted Answer

Test security is crucial in ensuring the validity of test results. Without proper security measures, test questions and answers may be leaked or shared, invalidating the results. This can lead to psychological harm to individuals who may have prepared and studied for the test based on inaccurate information. Self-determination, confidentiality, and anonymity are also important factors in testing, but they do not directly contribute to the validity of test results.

Question 3

Anonymity is important because researchers believe that people who complete surveys or tests anonymously ______.
A) will be more likely to follow recommendations based on the test results
B) often speak more positively about psychological testing
C) often provide more honest information about themselves
D) are more likely to follow directions and cooperate with the test administrator

Accepted Answer

Anonymity can provide a sense of safety and security, allowing individuals to give more honest and accurate information without fear of judgment or repercussions. This can lead to more accurate and reliable data for researchers.

Question 4

Imagine you were conducting a research study that involved administering a test. In which of the following cases would you need to obtain consent?
A) when consent was implied
B) State law required the testing.
C) The purpose was to evaluate if the person could make decisions.
D) The individual was a minor, under 18 years of age.

Accepted Answer

In the case of administering a test to a minor, consent must be obtained from their parent or legal guardian as they are not yet legally able to consent on their own. Consent may not be implied, and state law alone does not override the need for consent. Additionally, if the purpose of the test is to evaluate the individual's decision-making abilities, it is even more important to obtain informed consent.

Question 5

If you assure test takers that you will keep all the personal information they disclose private, you are acknowledging test takers' right to ______.
A) confidentiality
B) informed consent
C) anonymity
D) protection from stigma

Accepted Answer

Assuring test takers that their personal information will be kept private acknowledges their right to confidentiality, which is the protection and respect of individuals' private information. Option B, informed consent, refers to the process by which individuals are given information about a study or test before deciding to participate. Option C, anonymity, refers to the condition in which an individual's identity is kept unknown. Option D, protection from stigma, refers to avoiding unfair treatment or negative assessment based on stereotypes or prejudices. While all of these may be important considerations in testing, only option A specifically relates to the assurance of privacy.

Question 6

Imagine you were creating a test manual for a norm-based test a local test publishing company recently developed. According to your text, which one of the following would you not include in the test manual?
A) directions for how to administer and score the test
B) a sample of each type of test item on the test
C) information to evaluate the test's psychometric characteristics
D) directions for comparing scores with scores of norm groups

Accepted Answer

While a sample of each type of test item may be helpful for test takers to practice, it is not necessary to include in a test manual. The other options (directions for administering and scoring the test, information to evaluate psychometric characteristics, and directions for comparing scores with norm groups) are all essential components of a test manual for a norm-based test.

Question 7

Richard Sullivan is a manager at the Gizmo Corporation. When he sent a request to the Human Relations Department asking for the scores on preemployment tests that his workers had taken, the Department refused to give him the scores because it violated the workers' ______.
A) right to informed consent
B) right to privacy
C) right to confidentiality
D) protection from stigma

Accepted Answer

The refusal to give Richard Sullivan the pre-employment test scores of his workers was because it violated their right to privacy. This right protects individuals from being subjected to unwarranted or unwanted intrusions into their personal lives. The Human Relations Department's refusal to give the scores was an effort to protect the workers' privacy rights.

Question 8

If you wanted to learn more about the personal and legal responsibilities of test takers, what two resources would you benefit most from reading?
A) Rights and Responsibilities of Test Takers and Code of Fair Testing Practices in Education
B) Rights and Responsibilities of Test Takers and Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing
C) Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing and Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct
D) Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing and Code of Fair Testing Practices in Education

Accepted Answer

Both "Rights and Responsibilities of Test Takers" and "Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing" address the personal and legal responsibilities of test takers, with the former specifically focusing on test takers' rights and responsibilities, and the latter providing guidelines for fair and ethical testing practices.

Question 9

Imagine you were a testing professional delivering a presentation on test taker responsibilities to a group of students preparing to take the SAT. Which one of the following would you NOT include as a test taker responsibility in your presentation?
A) carefully read or listen to, as well as follow, test administrator instructions
B) protect test security and copyrights by not sharing test content with others
C) request testing accommodations if they have a physical condition
D) have your test scored and results delivered within a reasonable period of time

Accepted Answer

It is not the responsibility of the test taker to have their test scored and results delivered within a reasonable period of time. This task is the responsibility of the test administrator or organization.

Question 10

Julio conducted a research survey that involved asking students about their academic standards and integrity. He asked the students to not put their name or any other identifying information on the survey. What was he providing the students?
A) anonymity
B) reliability
C) confidentiality
D) obscurity

Accepted Answer

Julio was providing anonymity by not requiring any identifying information from the students. This means that the students were able to share their answers without fear of being identified or singled out.

Question 11

Which one of the following is NOT a test taker right?
A) be informed of your rights and responsibilities as a test taker
B) understand and accept the consequences of not taking a test
C) be treated with courtesy, respect, and impartiality
D) have your test results kept confidential to the extent allowed by law

Accepted Answer

The right to understand and accept the consequences of not taking a test is not a test taker right, but rather a responsibility of the test taker. The other options (A, C, and D) are all test taker rights.

Question 12

A test user is anyone who participates in ______.
A) designing a test or piloting the test
B) administering, interpreting, or using test results
C) using test results to make important decisions
D) buying, administering, interpreting, or using test results

Accepted Answer

A test user is someone who buys, administers, interprets or uses test results to make decisions. Option D is the most comprehensive because it includes all these actions. Option A only refers to designing or piloting, option B only refers to interpreting or using test results, and option C only refers to using test results to make important decisions.

Question 13

If you explained to a group of test takers why they were being tested and the purpose of the test, you would be ensuring the test takers had the right to ______.
A) self-determination
B) anonymity
C) privacy
D) confidentiality

Accepted Answer

The right to self-determination means the test takers have the right to know why they are being tested and the purpose of the test. This helps them make informed decisions about whether or not to participate in the testing process. Anonymity, privacy, and confidentiality are important considerations in testing, but they do not necessarily relate to the test takers' right to self-determination.

Question 14

If you assure individuals that all personal information they disclose will be kept private, you are ensuring their ______.
A) anonymity
B) informed consent
C) confidentiality
D) protection from stigma

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality refers to the assurance that personal information will be kept private and not shared without permission. Anonymity refers to the ability to participate in research or share information without revealing one's identity. Informed consent refers to a formal agreement to participate in research after being fully informed of the risks and benefits. Protection from stigma refers to measures taken to prevent individuals from experiencing discrimination or negative attitudes based on their personal information.

Question 15

Imagine you were a testing professional delivering a presentation on test taker rights to a group of students preparing to take the SAT. Which one of the following would you NOT indicate as a test taker right?
A) be treated with courtesy, respect, and impartiality, regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or other personal characteristics
B) have your test administered and your test results interpreted by appropriately trained individuals who follow professional codes of ethics
C) respectfully request a change in the testing environment or conditions if you believe the conditions will negatively affect your results
D) receive a written or oral explanation of your test results within a reasonable amount of time after testing and in commonly understood terms

Accepted Answer

Option C is incorrect because while test takers can request accommodations for disabilities or other needs before the test, they typically cannot change the testing environment or conditions on the day of the test based on a belief that it will negatively affect their results. Accommodations must be requested and approved in advance according to specific procedures.

Question 16

All test users have the ethical responsibility to abide by what professional practice standards?
A) those within their profession and those that apply to all professions
B) those within their profession and at their discretion those that apply to all professions
C) those that apply to all professions and at their discretion those within their profession
D) those that apply to all professions

Accepted Answer

Test users have the ethical responsibility to uphold professional practice standards within their own profession as well as those that apply to all professions. This includes standards related to confidentiality, informed consent, competence, and avoidance of harm to clients, among others. Choosing any other option would either neglect important professional practice standards or leave it up to the individual's discretion, which could lead to unethical behavior.

Question 17

The Ethical Principles and Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing affirm the rights of individuals to all EXCEPT which one of the following?
A) privacy
B) confidentiality
C) disclosure
D) self-determination

Accepted Answer

The Ethical Principles and Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing affirm the right to privacy, confidentiality, and self-determination of individuals who are being tested. However, the principle of disclosure states that individuals have the right to be informed about the testing process, the purpose of the testing, and the potential consequences of the testing. Therefore, the correct answer is C- disclosure, as it is not a right that the Ethical Principles and Standards affirm individuals to.

Question 18

Regardless of good intentions or the apparent trivial nature of data collected, we should not ______.
A) disclose information without explicit permission
B) disclose information even with explicit permission
C) disclose test results to the test taker
D) share test interpretations with the test taker

Accepted Answer

It is important to respect individuals' privacy and not disclose their information without their explicit permission, regardless of how trivial the data may seem. This is a fundamental ethical consideration in data collection and management. Options B, C, and D are not relevant to this issue.

Question 19

Which one of the following is NOT a test taker's responsibility?
A) understand and accept the consequences of not taking a test
B) ensure the test administrator thoroughly reads the testing instructions
C) ask questions if they are uncertain about why they are taking a test
D) request testing accommodation if they have a physical condition

Accepted Answer

It is not the test taker's responsibility to ensure the test administrator thoroughly reads the testing instructions. That is the responsibility of the test administrator.

Question 20

If you administered a test without obtaining information on the identity of the test takers, you would be following the practice of ______.
A) anonymity
B) informed consent
C) confidentiality
D) protection from stigma

Accepted Answer

Anonymity refers to the practice of not obtaining or recording the identity of the test takers. This can be done to protect their privacy and ensure that their responses are honest and unbiased. Informed consent refers to the process of obtaining permission from test takers to participate in the test and informing them about its purpose, risks, and benefits. Confidentiality refers to the practice of keeping the identity and responses of the test takers private and secure. Protection from stigma refers to the practice of avoiding any negative consequences or stereotypes that may result from the test takers' participation in the test.

Quiz 3: What Are the Ethical Responsibilities of Test Publishers, Test Users, and Test Takers

What right includes the concept that individuals are entitled to full explanations of why they are being tested, how the test data will be used, and what the test results mean?

Lack of which one of the following can contribute to invalidating test results and result in psychological injury to individuals?

Anonymity is important because researchers believe that people who complete surveys or tests anonymously ______.

Imagine you were conducting a research study that involved administering a test. In which of the following cases would you need to obtain consent?

If you assure test takers that you will keep all the personal information they disclose private, you are acknowledging test takers' right to ______.

Imagine you were creating a test manual for a norm-based test a local test publishing company recently developed. According to your text, which one of the following would you not include in the test manual?

Richard Sullivan is a manager at the Gizmo Corporation. When he sent a request to the Human Relations Department asking for the scores on preemployment tests that his workers had taken, the Department refused to give him the scores because it violated the workers' ______.

If you wanted to learn more about the personal and legal responsibilities of test takers, what two resources would you benefit most from reading?

Imagine you were a testing professional delivering a presentation on test taker responsibilities to a group of students preparing to take the SAT. Which one of the following would you NOT include as a test taker responsibility in your presentation?

Julio conducted a research survey that involved asking students about their academic standards and integrity. He asked the students to not put their name or any other identifying information on the survey. What was he providing the students?

Which one of the following is NOT a test taker right?

A test user is anyone who participates in ______.

If you explained to a group of test takers why they were being tested and the purpose of the test, you would be ensuring the test takers had the right to ______.

If you assure individuals that all personal information they disclose will be kept private, you are ensuring their ______.

Imagine you were a testing professional delivering a presentation on test taker rights to a group of students preparing to take the SAT. Which one of the following would you NOT indicate as a test taker right?

All test users have the ethical responsibility to abide by what professional practice standards?

The Ethical Principles and Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing affirm the rights of individuals to all EXCEPT which one of the following?

Regardless of good intentions or the apparent trivial nature of data collected, we should not ______.

Which one of the following is NOT a test taker's responsibility?

If you administered a test without obtaining information on the identity of the test takers, you would be following the practice of ______.