Cognition
Which of the following statements best differentiates between validity and reliability in psychological testing?
Validity refers to the consistency of test results, while reliability refers to whether the test measures what it intends to measure.
Validity refers to whether the test measures what it intends to measure, while reliability refers to the consistency of test results.
Validity and reliability are interchangeable terms that both refer to the accuracy of a test.
Validity is only important for achievement tests, while reliability is only important for aptitude tests.
What is the Flynn effect?
The decrease in average IQ scores over time.
The increase in average IQ scores over time.
The effect of stereotype threat on test performance.
The impact of genetics on intelligence.
Using IQ scores to limit access to educational opportunities is an example of:
Appropriate use of standardized testing.
A culturally responsive assessment.
Misuse of intelligence scores.
Effective identification of gifted students.
Which theory posits that intelligence is composed of multiple independent abilities, such as linguistic, logical-mathematical, and spatial intelligence?
Spearman's ' factor' theory
Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences
Sternberg's triarchic theory
Cattell-Horn-Carroll (CHC) theory
How might cultural bias affect IQ test results?
By providing an unfair advantage to certain cultural groups.
By accurately reflecting innate intelligence differences between groups.
By leading to lower scores for individuals from minority cultures due to unfamiliarity with test content.
By eliminating all group differences in intelligence scores.
Which of the following best describes achievement tests?
Tests that predict future performance.
Tests that measure what you have already learned.
Tests that measure general intelligence.
Tests that assess creative problem-solving skills.
Which of the following best describes Charles Spearman's concept of the ' factor' in intelligence?
A measure of practical intelligence.
A single general ability that influences performance on many cognitive tasks.
The ability to solve novel problems.
A range of independent intellectual abilities.

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Which of the following describes a growth mindset?
The belief that intelligence is fixed and unchangeable.
The belief that intelligence can be developed through effort and learning.
The belief that innate talent is the primary determinant of success.
The belief that external factors have no impact on learning.
A student excels in applying learned concepts to real-world problems but struggles with abstract reasoning in the classroom. According to Sternberg's triarchic theory, this student likely demonstrates strength in which type of intelligence?
Analytical intelligence
Creative intelligence
Practical intelligence
Fluid intelligence
What does standardization in psychological testing ensure?
That the test measures what it is supposed to measure.
That the test yields consistent results over time.
Consistent test administration and scoring.
The test accurately predicts future outcomes.