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Thorndike, Robert L. – Multivariate Behavioral Research, 1985
Double cross-validation of a test battery against multiple criterion variables found the first general factor accounts for most criterion variance in cross-validated regression weights. Small contributions are made by mechanical/technical and psychomotor factors. It appears a common general factor plays the major role in validity for a range of…
Descriptors: Ability, Aptitude Tests, Factor Analysis, Factor Structure
Mathews, John J.; Jensen, Harald E. – 1977
In order to develop a valid replacement for the difficult to administer and costly Chalk Carving Test presently used in screening Dental Laboratory Specialist (DLS) candidates, an experimental battery of perceptual tests was given to 172 prospective DLS students. Dexterity tests were also given to a subsample. Experimental laboratory ratings and…
Descriptors: Aptitude Tests, Cost Effectiveness, Dental Technicians, Factor Analysis