Q.1 Which of the following is primarily used to assess personality traits in adults?
WAIS
MMPI
Binet-Simon Scale
Stanford-Binet Test
Explanation - The MMPI (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory) is widely used to assess personality traits and psychopathology in adults.
Correct answer is: MMPI
Q.2 In clinical assessment, the reliability of a test refers to:
Accuracy of test in measuring what it claims
Consistency of test scores over time
The number of items in the test
Test's ability to measure intelligence
Explanation - Reliability refers to the consistency of a test’s results across repeated administrations or different raters.
Correct answer is: Consistency of test scores over time
Q.3 The primary purpose of projective tests is to:
Measure intelligence
Reveal unconscious motives and conflicts
Assess reaction time
Evaluate memory skills
Explanation - Projective tests, like the Rorschach Inkblot Test, are designed to uncover unconscious thoughts, feelings, and motivations.
Correct answer is: Reveal unconscious motives and conflicts
Q.4 Which test is most commonly used to assess cognitive functioning in children?
Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children
Beck Depression Inventory
MMPI
Rorschach Inkblot Test
Explanation - The WISC is designed to measure the cognitive abilities of children aged 6-16 years.
Correct answer is: Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children
Q.5 A clinical assessment tool that measures depressive symptoms is:
Beck Depression Inventory
WAIS
Stanford-Binet Test
Raven's Progressive Matrices
Explanation - The Beck Depression Inventory is specifically designed to measure the severity of depressive symptoms.
Correct answer is: Beck Depression Inventory
Q.6 Which of the following is an example of a self-report measure?
Rorschach Test
Thematic Apperception Test
MMPI
Wisconsin Card Sorting Test
Explanation - Self-report measures require individuals to answer questions about themselves; MMPI is a well-known example.
Correct answer is: MMPI
Q.7 The main focus of neuropsychological assessment is:
Personality traits
Cognitive deficits related to brain dysfunction
Career preferences
Emotional intelligence
Explanation - Neuropsychological assessments are used to evaluate the relationship between brain function and behavior, often identifying cognitive deficits.
Correct answer is: Cognitive deficits related to brain dysfunction
Q.8 Which type of validity ensures that a test measures the construct it claims to measure?
Content validity
Construct validity
Face validity
Criterion validity
Explanation - Construct validity is the extent to which a test measures the theoretical construct it is intended to measure.
Correct answer is: Construct validity
Q.9 Clinical interviews are primarily used for:
Diagnosing psychological disorders
Measuring IQ
Assessing motor skills
Evaluating memory only
Explanation - Clinical interviews allow psychologists to collect comprehensive information to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.
Correct answer is: Diagnosing psychological disorders
Q.10 Which type of assessment would include observing a child in a classroom?
Self-report test
Behavioral assessment
Projective test
Intelligence test
Explanation - Behavioral assessments involve observing and recording behavior in natural settings to understand patterns and triggers.
Correct answer is: Behavioral assessment
Q.11 The Rorschach Inkblot Test is considered:
An intelligence test
A projective personality test
A neuropsychological test
A behavioral assessment tool
Explanation - The Rorschach test is a projective test designed to explore unconscious aspects of personality.
Correct answer is: A projective personality test
Q.12 Standardization in psychological testing means:
Everyone gets the same questions and instructions
Scores are always high
The test is free of bias
The test is administered individually
Explanation - Standardization ensures that all test-takers experience the same testing conditions to allow meaningful comparisons.
Correct answer is: Everyone gets the same questions and instructions
Q.13 Which assessment tool is best for evaluating anxiety levels in adolescents?
Beck Anxiety Inventory
WAIS
Raven’s Matrices
MMPI
Explanation - The Beck Anxiety Inventory is a self-report questionnaire designed to measure anxiety severity.
Correct answer is: Beck Anxiety Inventory
Q.14 The concept of 'test-retest reliability' is best described as:
Consistency of scores across different forms
Consistency of scores over time
How well the test measures intelligence
How easy a test is to administer
Explanation - Test-retest reliability measures whether the same individual gets similar scores on the same test at different times.
Correct answer is: Consistency of scores over time
Q.15 Which of the following is a limitation of self-report questionnaires?
They are time-consuming
They rely on honest and accurate responses
They provide qualitative data only
They cannot be standardized
Explanation - Self-report measures depend on participants’ honesty and self-awareness, which can affect accuracy.
Correct answer is: They rely on honest and accurate responses
Q.16 A clinical psychologist wants to assess cognitive flexibility in a patient. Which test is most appropriate?
Wisconsin Card Sorting Test
Beck Depression Inventory
Rorschach Inkblot Test
Stanford-Binet Test
Explanation - The Wisconsin Card Sorting Test assesses cognitive flexibility, problem-solving, and executive functioning.
Correct answer is: Wisconsin Card Sorting Test
Q.17 Which of the following is true about criterion validity?
It evaluates how well a test predicts outcomes
It checks if test content is representative
It assesses the unconscious mind
It measures test difficulty
Explanation - Criterion validity assesses whether a test correlates with a relevant outcome, such as future performance or behavior.
Correct answer is: It evaluates how well a test predicts outcomes
Q.18 In counseling assessment, empathy and rapport are most important during:
Standardized testing
Clinical interviews
Projective testing
Neuropsychological testing
Explanation - Building empathy and rapport helps clients feel comfortable sharing personal information during clinical interviews.
Correct answer is: Clinical interviews
Q.19 The use of multiple assessment tools to evaluate a client is called:
Single-method assessment
Multi-method assessment
Projective testing
Behavioral analysis
Explanation - Multi-method assessment combines interviews, self-report, observation, and tests to provide a comprehensive understanding of the client.
Correct answer is: Multi-method assessment
Q.20 Which of the following is a projective technique used to assess interpersonal relationships?
Thematic Apperception Test
WAIS
Stanford-Binet
Beck Anxiety Inventory
Explanation - The TAT presents ambiguous images and asks individuals to tell a story, revealing interpersonal and intrapsychic dynamics.
Correct answer is: Thematic Apperception Test
Q.21 Inter-rater reliability is most important for:
Self-report inventories
Behavioral observations
IQ tests
Projective tests
Explanation - Inter-rater reliability ensures that different observers score behaviors consistently.
Correct answer is: Behavioral observations
Q.22 In clinical assessment, the main difference between a structured and unstructured interview is:
Structured interviews have predetermined questions; unstructured do not
Structured interviews are informal
Unstructured interviews are always online
Unstructured interviews only measure IQ
Explanation - Structured interviews follow a specific set of questions to ensure consistency, while unstructured interviews are flexible.
Correct answer is: Structured interviews have predetermined questions; unstructured do not
Q.23 Which psychological test is widely used for diagnosing personality disorders?
MMPI-2
WAIS-IV
Raven's Progressive Matrices
Beck Depression Inventory
Explanation - The MMPI-2 is a comprehensive personality inventory commonly used to identify personality pathology.
Correct answer is: MMPI-2
Q.24 A limitation of projective tests is that they:
Provide highly objective data
Are difficult to interpret reliably
Have high test-retest reliability
Always measure IQ accurately
Explanation - Projective tests rely on subjective interpretation, which can vary across examiners, reducing reliability.
Correct answer is: Are difficult to interpret reliably