Interpretive Problems When Correcting for Attenuation.

Winne, Philip H.; Belfry, M. Joan

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Publication Date: 1982

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Interpretive Problems When Correcting for Attenuation.

Winne, Philip H.; Belfry, M. Joan

Journal of Educational Measurement, v19 n2 p125-32 Sum 1982

This review of issues about correcting for attenuation concludes that the basic difficulty lies in being able to identify and equate sources of variance in estimates of validity and reliability. Recommendations are proposed for cautious use of correction for attenuation. (Author/CM)

Descriptors: Correlation, Error of Measurement, Research Methodology, Statistical Analysis, Test Reliability, Test Theory, Test Validity, True Scores

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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