A problem with the use of the known groups method to set cut scores is
A) the two groups are always indistinguishable at a particular score.
B) low scores in one group that compensate for high scores in the other.
C) determining the minimally acceptable level of performance on the criterion.
D) the lack of any guidelines or standards for choosing contrasting groups.

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The known groups method does not provide any guidelines or standards for selecting contrasting groups, which can lead to selection bias and compromise the validity of the cut scores.

A Problem with the Use of the Known Groups Method