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james

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Which of the following expresses the difficulty with using percentile ranks to interpret test results?
 
  A. They are based on a ratio scale.
  B. Percentiles are based on an interval scale.
  C. Their meaning is not easily understood.
  D. Percentile ranks do not represent equal intervals.

Question 2

It is important to determine the task requirements of a test in order to interpret results.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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ryrychapman11

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Reply #1 on: Jun 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D.
Explanation: Percentile ranks do not represent a numerical scale with equal intervals.

Answer to Question 2

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james

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Reply 2 on: Jun 20, 2018
Wow, this really help

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:D TYSM

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