Suppressor Variables, Prediction, and the Interpretation of Psychological Relationships.

Conger, Anthony J.; Jackson, Douglas N.

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Publication Date: 1972

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Suppressor Variables, Prediction, and the Interpretation of Psychological Relationships

Conger, Anthony J.; Jackson, Douglas N.

Educational and Psychological Measurement, 32, 3, 579-99, Aut 72

Paper discusses the nature of the suppressor variable, constraints upon the degree of gain in predictability by the addition of a suppressor, and the distinct aims of prediction and of construct measurement. (Authors/MB)

Descriptors: Correlation, Definitions, Prediction, Predictive Validity, Predictor Variables, Psychological Testing, Suppressor Variables, Tables (Data), Test Interpretation

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