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Young, John W. – 1990
A general linear model (GLM), using least-squares techniques, was used to develop a criterion measure to replace freshman year grade point average (GPA) in college admission predictive validity studies. Problems with the use of GPA include those associated with the combination of grades from different courses and disciplines into a single measure,…
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Admission Criteria, College Admission, Grade Point Average
