Explain the Classical Test Theory Terms Flashcards

Can you explain the classical test theory terms? These flashcards can help. Classical test theory is the body of related psychometric theory that predicts outcomes of psychological testing, such as the difficulty of objects or the proficiency of the test takers. The goal of classical test theory is to understand and improve the dependability of psychological tests. Read and study these flashcards to pass this test.

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Sleeping is a behavior that is dependent on both instinctive and environmental conditions. True or False?
True
Behavior that happens automatically without conscious input is called __________ behavior. A. learnedB. organizedC. innateD. spontaneous
C. innate
Humans do not have innate behaviors. True or False?
False
Both learned and innate behavior can occur as a result of automatic processes. True or False
True
Innate behavior occurs as a result of practice and repetition. True or False
False
All behaviors occur only after conscious thought. True or False
False
The fact that sea turtles automatically move toward the ocean once hatched is an example of a(n) __________ behavior. a. unusualb. practicedc. learnedd. innate
D. innate
Which of the following is an example of a learned behavior? a. a bird feeding it's youngb. human toddlers walkingc. a child recoiling from a hot stoved. squirrel opening nuts
B. human toddler walking
The fact that older locusts use less energy to fly than younger locusts suggests that __________. a. younger locusts are incapable of flyingb. efficient flying is an innate behavior that is only apparent in some locusts c. the older locusts have learned a more efficient way to flyd. flying is a learned behavior that the younger locusts must practice.
C. the older locusts have learned a more efficient way to fly
A reflex is a type of innate behavior. True or False
True
Classical conditioning occurs when the unconditioned stimulus evokes a response from a neutral stimulus. True or False
False
Higher-order conditioning occurs when a conditioned response acts as an unconditioned response. True or False
False
Edward spends a lot of time studying for his exams. He usually takes practice exams when he studies. During his study time, he drinks a lot of soda and coffee. When he takes his actual exams in class, he is frequently bothered by a strong urge to have soda or coffee.What is the conditioned response (CR) in this scenario?a. spending time studyingb. taking practice examsc. craving soda and coffeed. drinking soda and coffee
C. craving soda and coffee
A neutral stimulus causes no response. True or False
True
Once a conditioned behavior is extinguished, it can no longer appear again. True or False
False