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Steven Isaac
on Nov 29, 2024
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To determine whether or not an IQ test is biased against some minority group, we need to determine
A) whether the range and standard deviation of the test are the same for minority group members as for other people.
B) whether the authors of the test consulted minority group members during the composition of the test.
C) whether the average score is lower for minority group members than for other people.
D) whether the minority group members do better in school than the test scores predict.
Test Bias
The presence of certain elements in a test that systematically prevent accurate, fair, or equitable measurements across different groups of test-takers.
School Performance
A measure of scholastic achievement, often gauged through grades, test scores, and teacher assessments, reflecting a student's academic abilities.
- Interpret the concept of bias in test creation and the evaluation process.
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Learning Objectives
- Interpret the concept of bias in test creation and the evaluation process.