Author Question: All of the following are techniques to minimize or catch the problem of response sets on self-report ... (Read 13 times)

nmorano1 · **on:** Jun 21, 2018

All of the following are techniques to minimize or catch the problem of response sets on self-report questionnaires EXCEPT

a. Some tests include a statement such as the world is good place and, later, its opposite, the world is bad place.
b. A questionnaire can be constructed so that on one half of the questions a high rating indicates the presence of a trait while on the other half a low rating does.
c. A lie scale can be included that consists of very unlikely responses that almost no one would choose.
d. Some tests start with a statement that suggests that anything but honest responses will be detected.

Question 2

When people have a set way that they tend to respond to self-report questions, either deliberately or unknowingly. Psychologist call these responses set or ______________ responding.

a. set
b. unconscious
c. noncontent
d. incontinent

whitcassie · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 21, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: d: Some tests start with a statement that suggests that anything but honest responses will be detected.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c: noncontent