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Summarize the major assumptions and fundamental questions associated with psychological testing
Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper in which you summarize the major assumptions and fundamental questions associated with psychological testing. Address the following in your paper:
Define the term "test."
Identify and describe the five major categories of psychological tests as described in the Week 1 course materials.
Identify and describe both the four major uses and users of psychological tests as described in the Week 1 course materials.
Compare and contrast the concepts of reliability and validity.
Discuss how both reliability and validity specifically impact the field of psychological testing.
The definition of "test" includes an overview of the five perspectives of psychological testing as described in the Week 1 course materials.
The five major categories of psychological tests (as described in the Week 1 course materials) are each identified and described.
The four major uses and users of psychological tests (as described in the Week 1 course materials) are each identified and described.
The definitions of reliability and validity include specifically how these concepts are used in psychological testing.
A correct distinction between reliability and validity is provided.