Exam 3: Measurement in Exercise Science

Team affiliation is often shown by a characteristic color scheme and logo. This is an example of a variable at a nominal level of measurement.

With careful measurement it is possible to completely eliminate error.

Which of the following is a construct?

A valid test is one where the results are reproducible.

Children have been assigned to a soccer team based on age. A child's ability in soccer is determined based on team placement. In this case, ability level is being measured at a(n) ______ level.

The field of measurement in physical education was highly developed by 1860.

To be of any value, it is essential that a test measure what it is supposed to measure.

Variance is a measure of _____.

When measurement error increases, what happens to reliability?

Which of the following are the two major issues to consider when assessing a written test?

In a hierarchy of the cognitive domain, which is the lowest level?

A correlation coefficient is often used to show reliability. A correlation coefficient of 1.0 would indicate which of the following?

There is agreement among scientists as the best way to measure the various components of physical fitness.

One of the first areas of interest in measurement in physical education was in _____?

Knowledge of measurement techniques and statistics is needed only for exercise physiologists who are going to carry on independent research in the field, not for the average exercise science practitioner.

The number of sit-ups an individual can perform is used as a measurement of muscular endurance. This is a(n) ______ level of measurement.

It is important that a measurement specialist be experienced in working with computers.

Which of the following is true of a good test?

A test should not be used if it does not meet acceptable levels of validity and reliability.

Exercise science developed from the field of physical education.