TESTING & EVALUATION MCQS

What characteristic sets non-verbal tests apart from verbal reasoning tests?

A) Non-verbal tests measure spelling, grammar, and word meanings.

B) Non-verbal tests require learned knowledge for their solution.

C) Non-verbal tests assess comprehension and reasoning abilities.

D) Non-verbal tests don’t rely on language skills for their solutions.

What aspect do intelligence tests particularly help in predicting?

A) Emotional intelligence

B) Physical abilities

C) Academic achievement

D) Artistic skills

What criticism is mentioned regarding intelligence test scores in the passage?

A) The scores are heavily biased toward creativity.

B) They often measure everyday functioning accurately.

C) A single score fails to capture multidimensional abilities.

D) Intelligence tests perfectly predict non-academic intellectual abilities.

What is one limitation highlighted in the passage regarding the ability of intelligence tests to predict abilities?

A) They accurately predict creativity and social knowledge.

B) Intelligence tests capture the complexity of real-life situations.

C) The formats of many tests don’t measure everyday functioning.

D) Intelligence tests perfectly predict non-test intellectual abilities.

According to the passage, how is personality described?

A) A static set of traits that never change over time

B) A dynamic pattern of behaviors and thoughts unique to each individual

C) A set of behaviors only applicable in specific contexts

D) A fixed set of values and interests

What characterizes a self-report inventory in psychological testing?

A) It primarily involves observation by psychologists

B) It assesses past behaviors exclusively

C) It uses hypothetical situations to determine behavior

D) It presents questions or statements about qualities or characteristics of the test subject

What is a strength of self-report inventories mentioned in the passage?

A) They are susceptible to deception by test takers

B) They offer a deep understanding of past behaviors

C) Their results are generally more reliable and valid

D) They are lengthy and comprehensive, ensuring accuracy

What is mentioned as a potential weakness of self-report inventories?

A) They can be completed very quickly, often in 15 minutes

B) People are generally unable to hide their feelings and attitudes

C) Some tests are long and tedious, causing respondent disinterest

D) They solely rely on observation rather than the test-taker’s responses

Which type of self-report inventory is designed to identify a person’s ‘type’ rather than ‘traits’?

A) Myers-Briggs Inventory

B) MMPI & MMPI-2

C) 16 Personality Factor Questionnaire

D) The Big Five

What characterizes a Likert Scale?

A) It uses a forced-choice method with neutral options available.

B) It provides a symmetrical balance of positive and negative positions.

C) It measures only positive responses to a statement.

D) It offers an unbalanced ratio of positive and negative positions.