in approaching this question how you would respond back to this discussion answer from a classmate: There are three major things to consider in the utility of a published test. These factors are how dependable it is, how valid it is, and how accurate the results can be. Data collection is the biggest contributing factor. It provides in numbers the results of the study or experiment, the sample grouping, how the professionals went about conducting the experiment or study, the hypothesis, testing methods, and so on. The resources provided from the experiment or study would be an asset for most to use. Backtracking allows for authenticity and original work. It can also allow anyone using the published test to confirm sources and create additional resources. Creating a test includes these factors as well as additional ones such as culture considerations. Diverse testing is a growing problem and can invalidate published tests. It is important to take culture into consideration when constructing specific testing questions. If you are constructing a psychological assessment for anxiety, things to include in the test would be more than one pointed diagnosis scale. For instance, there is a seven-point scale for anxiety; however, that tends to lead in the direction of generalized anxiety disorder. There needs to be bigger inclusion to allow wiggle room for additional mental disorders that are anxiety specific. There is nothing wrong with constructing a psychological test, having it examined by other professionals, and readjusting if necessary. In the field of psychology, and many other fields, utilizing your peers is a necessary and prominent tool to success.

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