POST TEST - CHAPTER 1

Which of the following best defines psychological testing?

• A process of observation only

• Measuring psychology-related variables using tools or devices

• An unstructured interview session

• A method for analyzing physical abilities

What is the primary difference between testing and assessment?

• Testing uses scores, while assessment is based on observations

• Testing focuses on groups, while assessment is individualized

• Testing involves multiple evaluators, while assessment requires one

• Testing is done over time, while assessment is a one-time process

In a psychological setting, a teacher wants to measure the academic progress of students. Which of the following tools is the teacher most likely to use?

• Achievement test

• Case history

• Portfolio

• Diagnostic test

If a counselor is interviewing a client using motivational dialogue to encourage behavioral change, what type of interview is being conducted?

• Case study interview

• Motivational interview

• Panel interview

• Portfolio assessment

A company uses a role-play test in their hiring process. Which of the following scenarios fits this type of assessment?

• Candidates write a test online

• Candidates are observed while they simulate handling a customer complaint

• Candidates complete a personality inventory

• Candidates are asked to solve mathematical problems

A psychologist is tasked with evaluating a remote client through video conferencing tools. This is an example of what kind of assessment?

• Retrospective assessment

• Dynamic assessment

• Remote assessment

• Collaborative psychological assessment

A school psychologist is reviewing case histories, test scores, and behavioral observations to identify a student's learning disability. This scenario best describes which step of psychological assessment?

• Administration of tests

• Clinical interview

• Report writing

• Selection of assessment tools

When using dynamic assessment in a therapy session, how does the process differ from traditional testing?

• It only relies on a single test score

• It involves multiple sessions to assess improvement

• It requires a technician-like approach to scoring

• It eliminates the need for a formal report

A psychologist needs to choose between two testing methods for assessing cognitive skills. Method A is highly structured, while Method B is interactive and encourages self-discovery. What type of assessment is Method B?

• Educational assessment

• Therapeutic psychological assessment

• Dynamic assessment

• Motivational interview

A research team wants to create a new psychological test but is concerned about ethical standards. Which of the following should they prioritize?

• Ensuring test users require minimal training

• Providing interpretative reports based on strong psychometric foundations

• Minimizing the time spent on testing procedures

• Avoiding collaboration with other professionals