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Submitted By:
Emanuel R. Ronquillo
Submitted to:
Prof. Marissa C. Esperal
Test Developer:
Unknown
Population:
6 - 17 years old
Duration:
Main Objective:
Test Description:
Perceptual
(Clerical)
Speed
and
Accuracy
(PSA),
Test Validity:
rank
(males
r= 0.63-0.69;
females
- r= 0.61-0.71).
Test Reliability:
Norms:
The norming process for the edition was impressive, with about
170,000 students in the standardization samples. Evidence for reliability
and validity is reviewed. The fact that the DAT has remained one of the
most frequently used batteries is a tribute to its quality, credibility, and
utility. The new items and new norming data of the most recent edition
have improved the test while preserving psychometric quality.
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