What is one purpose of the validity scales of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI)?
A) to assess levels of current stressors
B) to check the appropriateness of a particular diagnosis
C) to detect the tendencies of test takers to present themselves in a favorable light
D) to distinguish items that incorrectly diagnose from those that correctly diagnose an individual

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The validity scales of the MMPI are meant to detect the tendencies of test takers to present themselves in a favorable light, also known as social desirability bias. This helps ensure that responses on the test are accurate and not distorted by the individual's desire to present themselves in a certain way. The other options (A, B, and D) are not relevant to the purpose of the validity scales.

What Is One Purpose of the Validity Scales of the Minnesota