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An investigation by Ivnik et al. (2000) on the validity of four different approaches to interpreting test data concluded that
 
  a. cutoff scores are essentially worthless.
  b. cutoff scores can be used instead of more complex indices like difference scores or patterns of scores.
  c. all approaches to interpreting neuropsychological test data are equally valid.
  d. the use of cutoff scores is adequate for novices in the field, but experts should rely more heavily upon more complex indices like difference scores or patterns of scores.

Question 2

The neuropsychologist may interpret neuropsychological tests according to
 
  a. differences between a patient's score and the norms for others in his/her reference group.
  b. differences between two tests completed by the same patient.
  c. the specific pattern of test scores obtained by a patient.
  d. all of the above



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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

D





 

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