Errors of Inference Due to Errors of Measurement.

Linn, Robert L.; Werts, Charles E.

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Publication Date: 1971-Feb

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Errors of Inference Due to Errors of Measurement.

Linn, Robert L.; Werts, Charles E.

Failure to consider errors of measurement when using partial correlation or analysis of covariance techniques can result in erroneous conclusions. Certain aspects of this problem are discussed and particular attention is given to issues raised in a recent article by Brewar, Campbell, and Crano. (Author)

Descriptors: Analysis of Covariance, Analysis of Variance, Comparative Analysis, Correlation, Error of Measurement, Error Patterns, Factor Analysis, Mathematical Models, Measurement, Research Design, Research Methodology, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Bias

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Authoring Institution: Educational Testing Service, Princeton, NJ.

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