Asked by Jordan Thorne on Sep 28, 2024
On the MMPI, which of the following is NOT a validity scale?
A) The B (basic) scale
B) The F (infrequency) scale
C) The K (correction) scale
D) The L (lie) scale
Validity Scale
A validity scale assesses the accuracy and truthfulness of test responses to ensure the results are meaningful and reliable.
F (Infrequency)
A scale or measure used in psychological testing to identify rare or unusual responses in self-report assessments, indicating possible attempt to distort or fake responses.
K (Correction)
A statistical correction factor used in reliability studies to compensate for the effects of test length on the reliability coefficient.
- Grasp the importance and usage of validity scales in personality assessments.
Learning Objectives
- Grasp the importance and usage of validity scales in personality assessments.