Assignment:
The Debate on Shortened Psychometric Tests
Anastasi and Urbina assert that item analysis employed properly may actually increase a test's reliability and validity even when the test is shortened from its original form. In this assignment, you will debate this notion.
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In a paper of 1250-1,500 words, present a brief debate of the notion that using item analysis allows tests to be shortened while reliability and validity are improved. Use the following format for your debate:
1. Overview of the issue
2. Arguments in favor
3. Arguments against
4. Conclusion