Chapter 5

Question 1

Raw Score

Answer 1

These original, unchanged scores that are the direct result of measurement are called raw scores.

Question 2

Z-Score

Answer 2

Specifies the precise location of each X value within a distribution.

Question 3

Deviation Score

Answer 3

The numerator of the equation, X-μ, is a deviation score.

Question 4

Z-Score Transformation

Answer 4

Specifically, if every X value is transformed into a z-score, then the distribution of z-scores will have the following properties, shape, the mean and the standard deviation.

Question 5

Standardized Distribution

Answer 5

Is composed of scores that have been transformed to create predetermined values for μ and σ.

Question 6

Standardized Score

Answer 6

Standard scores are also called z-values, z-scores, normal scores, and standardized variables. They are most frequently used to compare an observation to a theoretical deviate, such as a standard normal deviate .