Question 1

In which setting is behavioral observation as a tool of psychological assessment LEAST likely to be employed regularly and systematically?
A) school and related educational settings
B) hospital and clinic settings
C) private practice settings
D) institutional and organizational settings

Accepted Answer

Behavioral observation may be less likely to be employed regularly and systematically in private practice settings because these settings may rely more heavily on self-report measures and structured interviews as primary assessment tools. In contrast, school, hospital, and institutional/organizational settings may have more opportunities and resources to conduct behavior observations as a part of their assessment protocols.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of role play used to assess the social skills of an elementary school student?
A) observing a student on the playground interacting with peers
B) observing a student, in response to the group therapist's request, asking another group member to join a simulated game
C) observing a student in the classroom, in response to a teacher's question, responding to the question in a joking manner
D) observing a student in the playground hustling other students out of their lunch money by hosting a 3-card-monte game

Accepted Answer

Role play involves creating a simulated social situation, which is exactly what is happening in choice B. The student is being asked to interact with another student in a game, which is a test of their social skills. Choices A and D involve observing a student in real life social situations, but these do not involve role play. Choice C involves a classroom question, but the response given is not a role play scenario.

Question 3

A psychologist plans to study the mating behavior of mosquitoes that carry the zika virus in Miami.Which tool of assessment is this researcher MOST likely to employ?
A) naturalistic observation
B) alternate assessment
C) portfolio measurement
D) a University of Miami student as a research assistant

Accepted Answer

Naturalistic observation involves observing and recording behavior in its natural environment, without any intervention from the researcher. This would be the most appropriate tool for studying the mating behavior of mosquitoes, as it would allow the researcher to observe their behavior without disturbing their natural habits.

Question 4

An advantage of using a panel interview format is that
A) the effects of the biases of individual interviewers are minimized.
B) panel interviews generally take less time to complete.
C) panel interviews tend to reduce the possibility of repetition of questions.
D) the interviewer is encouraged to evaluate the interviewee holistically.

Accepted Answer

The use of a panel interview format allows for multiple interviewers to assess the candidate, minimizing the impact of individual biases that one interviewer may have. This can lead to a more objective evaluation of the candidate's qualifications.

Question 5

A psychological interview requires:
A) a face-to-face talk.
B) direct, reciprocal communication.
C) the assessment of nonverbal behavior.
D) meaningful eye contact.

Accepted Answer

A psychological interview requires direct, reciprocal communication to effectively gather information and understand the interviewee's thoughts and feelings.

Question 6

Which is an example of biofeedback instrumentation that can be used as a tool of psychological assessment?
A) the neurodevelopment training ball
B) the adjustable light beam apparatus
C) the tilting room/tilting chair device
D) the penile plethysmograph

Accepted Answer

The penile plethysmograph is a biofeedback instrumentation that is used to measure sexual arousal in males. This tool can be used in the assessment of sexual disorders or paraphilias. The other options (the neurodevelopment training ball, the adjustable light beam apparatus, and the tilting room/tilting chair device) are not typically used as tools for psychological assessment.

Question 7

Panel interviews are used sparingly due to issues of
A) reliability.
B) validity.
C) psychometric soundness.
D) utility.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Panel interviews are used sparingly due to...

Question 8

What name is BEST associated with therapeutic assessment?
A) Alfred Binet
B) Thomas Wrobel
C) Victoria Husted Medvec
D) Stephen Finn

Accepted Answer

Stephen Finn is best associated with therapeutic assessment. He developed the approach known as Therapeutic Assessment, which involves the use of psychological testing to facilitate a collaborative and therapeutic dialogue between the clinician and client.

Question 9

The United States Office of Strategic Services (OSS)used an approach to personnel evaluation that today would be characterized as
A) psychological testing.
B) a collaborative psychological endeavor.
C) dynamic psychological assessment.
D) an assessment center.

Accepted Answer

The OSS used an assessment center approach to personnel evaluation, which involves a series of simulated tasks and exercises to evaluate job-relevant skills and competencies. This approach is still commonly used in modern organizations for employee selection and development.

Question 10

A researcher is using a series of psychological tests to explore levels of perceived stress and loneliness in a retirement home for airline professionals.This research could best be described as a
A) behavioral observation study.
B) case study.
C) quality of life study.
D) senior pilot study.

Accepted Answer

The research is focused on measuring levels of perceived stress and loneliness in a retirement home, which are both aspects related to an individual's quality of life. The term "quality of life study" is commonly used to describe research that aims to assess the well-being of individuals or populations in different contexts. The other options, such as "behavioral observation study" or "case study," do not accurately reflect the purpose or scope of the research being described. The term "senior pilot study" is not a commonly used term in research and does not provide a clear indication of the focus or design of the study.

Question 11

An individual being evaluated for employment as a police officer is asked to put himself in the place of an arresting officer who has just been threatened by a suspect.This sort of evaluation is BEST described as
A) behavioral observation.
B) portfolio analysis.
C) case history.
D) role play.

Accepted Answer

This type of evaluation where an individual is asked to put himself in the place of a police officer in a threatening situation is best described as role play, where the candidate is asked to act out a scenario as if they were a police officer.

Question 12

As a tool of assessment,the interview has been characterized as "a reciprocal affair." This term makes reference to the fact that
A) there is reciprocity between all 50 states in terms of allowing interview-related testimony into evidence.
B) the interviewee reacts to the interviewer, and the interviewer reacts to the interviewee.
C) if Interviewer A is invited to view Interviewer B's interview, then Interviewer A is socially obliged to invite Interviewer B to observe Interview A's interview.
D) "what is good for the goose, is good for the gander."

Accepted Answer

The term "reciprocal affair" in the context of interviews means that there is a back-and-forth exchange or interaction between the interviewer and interviewee, with each of them reacting and responding to the other's words and behavior. It is not related to any legal or social obligations, nor to a proverb like "what is good for the goose, is good for the gander."

Question 13

According to the American Psychological Association (APA)as cited in your textbook,about how many tests are developed each year?
A) 1,000
B) 15,000
C) 20,000
D) 95,000

Accepted Answer

According to the APA, approximately 20,000 tests are developed annually. This demonstrates the constant need for new and innovative assessment tools in various fields, including psychology.

Question 14

A panel interview is a tool of assessment that is MOST likely to be employed by
A) clinical psychologists.
B) educators.
C) human resource professionals.
D) entry-level neuropsychologists.

Accepted Answer

Panel interviews are often used by human resource professionals as a way to assess job candidates. This format allows multiple interviewers to ask questions and evaluate the candidate's qualifications and fit for the job. Clinical psychologists, educators, and entry-level neuropsychologists may also use panel interviews, but they are not as common in those fields as they are in HR.

Question 15

A panel interview is an interview in which
A) more than one interviewee is interviewed by a single interviewer.
B) a video camera and microphone have been placed in a wall panel.
C) an interpreter assists in the interview process.
D) more than one interviewer interviews the interviewee.

Accepted Answer

A panel interview is an interview in which more than one interviewer interviews the interviewee. This type of interview is often used by organizations to ensure that multiple perspectives are considered in the hiring process.

Question 16

Role play may be preferable to naturalistic observation as a tool of measurement in situations in which
A) the assessor may only conduct evaluations on campus.
B) judges are readily available to score role play responses.
C) the costs of naturalistic observation would be prohibitive.
D) assessees have taken advanced coursework in acting or drama.

Accepted Answer

Naturalistic observation can be expensive and time-consuming, especially if the assessor needs to travel to conduct evaluations. In contrast, role play can be conducted on-site and is usually more cost-effective, making it a preferable tool of measurement in situations where the costs of naturalistic observation would be prohibitive. The other options given do not necessarily make role play a preferable tool of measurement.

Question 17

Two tests purporting to measure personality may
A) contain entirely different kinds of items.
B) differ in terms of demands on the test-taker.
C) be based on entirely different definitions of "personality."
D) All of these

Accepted Answer

Tests designed to measure personality can indeed vary widely in their content, the demands they place on the person taking the test, and the underlying definitions of personality they are based on. This diversity reflects the complex and multifaceted nature of personality itself, as well as differing theoretical perspectives on what constitutes personality.

Question 18

Observation of behavior in the setting in which the behavior typically occurs is referred to as
A) functional viewing.
B) naturalistic observation.
C) temporal sighting.
D) peeping tomism.

Accepted Answer

Naturalistic observation involves observing behavior in the natural or typical setting without any interference or manipulation by the researcher. This method is often used in psychological research to gather information about behavior that may not be accurately represented in a laboratory or controlled setting. Choices A, C, and D are not valid options as they do not accurately describe the process of observing behavior in a natural setting.

Question 19

Which of the following is TRUE of behavioral observation as a tool of assessment?
A) it is accomplished through live or video observation
B) it is typically time-intensive
C) it can yield qualitative as well as quantitative data
D) All of these

Accepted Answer

Behavioral observation as a tool of assessment can be accomplished through live observation or video observation, making it a versatile tool. It is typically time-intensive as it involves observing and recording behavior over a period of time. It can yield both qualitative and quantitative data, depending on the focus of the observation and the analysis method used. Therefore, all of the options are true.

Question 20

Examples of a wide array of tools of assessment are presented in your text.Which of the following is NOT mentioned in Chapter 1 of your textbook as a potential tool of psychological assessment?
A) a computer
B) a DVD
C) a two-way radio
D) a cell phone

Accepted Answer

Chapter 1 of the textbook does not mention a two-way radio as a potential tool of psychological assessment. However, it does mention a computer and a cell phone as potential tools. A DVD could also be utilized for assessment purposes, such as using it to show stimuli for a cognitive task.

Quiz 1: Psychological Testing and Assessment

In which setting is behavioral observation as a tool of psychological assessment LEAST likely to be employed regularly and systematically?

Which of the following is an example of role play used to assess the social skills of an elementary school student?

A psychologist plans to study the mating behavior of mosquitoes that carry the zika virus in Miami.Which tool of assessment is this researcher MOST likely to employ?

An advantage of using a panel interview format is that

A psychological interview requires:

Which is an example of biofeedback instrumentation that can be used as a tool of psychological assessment?

Panel interviews are used sparingly due to issues of

What name is BEST associated with therapeutic assessment?

The United States Office of Strategic Services (OSS) used an approach to personnel evaluation that today would be characterized as

A researcher is using a series of psychological tests to explore levels of perceived stress and loneliness in a retirement home for airline professionals.This research could best be described as a

An individual being evaluated for employment as a police officer is asked to put himself in the place of an arresting officer who has just been threatened by a suspect.This sort of evaluation is BEST described as

As a tool of assessment,the interview has been characterized as "a reciprocal affair." This term makes reference to the fact that

According to the American Psychological Association (APA) as cited in your textbook,about how many tests are developed each year?

A panel interview is a tool of assessment that is MOST likely to be employed by

A panel interview is an interview in which

Role play may be preferable to naturalistic observation as a tool of measurement in situations in which

Two tests purporting to measure personality may

Observation of behavior in the setting in which the behavior typically occurs is referred to as

Which of the following is TRUE of behavioral observation as a tool of assessment?

Examples of a wide array of tools of assessment are presented in your text.Which of the following is NOT mentioned in Chapter 1 of your textbook as a potential tool of psychological assessment?