When a test developer tries to offset the effects of acquiescence by balancing positive statements with negative statements, the test will require ______.
A) reverse scoring
B) cumulative scoring
C) ideographic scoring
D) computer scoring

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Reverse scoring is a method used to counteract the effects of acquiescence bias in a test. By reversing the scoring of certain questions, the test developer can reduce the impact of participants who tend to agree with all statements. The other options (B, C, D) are not directly related to addressing acquiescence bias.

When a Test Developer Tries to Offset the Effects of Acquiescence