Consider the following two MMPI-2-like items,and imagine they are both on the same test: (x)I prefer cereal to eggs for breakfast.
(y)I prefer eggs to cereal for breakfast.
An individual who responds true to both of these items is representative of people who have MMPI profiles with which of the following scales elevated?
A) the TRIN scale
B) the L scale
C) the K scale
D) the Special K scale

Question

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The TRIN (True Response Inconsistency) scale measures inconsistent responses to paired items that are opposite in content. Responding "true" to both items (x) and (y) indicates inconsistency, which would elevate the TRIN scale.

Consider the Following Two MMPI-2-Like Items,and Imagine They Are Both