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... individual's exact position with reference to the standardization sample , the raw score is converted into some relative measure . These derived scores are designed to serve a dual purpose . First , they indicate the individual's ...
... individual's exact position with reference to the standardization sample , the raw score is converted into some relative measure . These derived scores are designed to serve a dual purpose . First , they indicate the individual's ...
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... individual's intelligence at any one point in time is the end product of a vast and complex sequence of interactions between hereditary and environmental factors . At any stage in this causal chain , there is oppor- tunity for ...
... individual's intelligence at any one point in time is the end product of a vast and complex sequence of interactions between hereditary and environmental factors . At any stage in this causal chain , there is oppor- tunity for ...
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... individual's self - concept and his major personality characteristics . Each of Holland's occupational themes cor- responds to a “ type ” or cluster of personal attributes . A given individual may be described in terms of one or more ...
... individual's self - concept and his major personality characteristics . Each of Holland's occupational themes cor- responds to a “ type ” or cluster of personal attributes . A given individual may be described in terms of one or more ...
Contents
FUNCTIONS AND ORIGINS | 3 |
Cattell and the early mental tests | 9 |
Standardized achievement tests | 16 |
Copyright | |
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