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Peer reviewedAndrich, David – Journal of Educational Measurement, 1989
The distinction between deterministic and statistical reasoning in the application of models to educational measurement is explicated. Issues addressed include the relationship between data and estimation equations, distinction between parameters and parameter estimates, and power of tests of fit of responses across the ability continuum. (TJH)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Equations (Mathematics), Estimation (Mathematics), Goodness of Fit
