Describes the strengths and weaknesses of a new type of multivariate technique, covariance structure analysis (LISREL). Provides a detailed example which shows how the use of covariance structure analysis can improve research sophistication and theory development in counseling psychology. (Author/ABB)

Asks whether macro-assessment of honesty has utility for detecting deception. Multiple regression analyses indicate that honesty assessments can be only partially predicted from communication style, characterized by the level of friendliness, attentiveness, preciseness, animation, and dramatic style. (JK)

Multiple regression analysis is frequently being employed in experimental and non-experimental research. However, when data include predictor variables that are correlated, some regression results can become difficult to interpret. This paper presents a study to provide a demonstration that structure coefficients may be useful in these cases.…

This paper presents two major criticisms of the construct validity investigation of the McCarthy Scales of Children's Abilities conducted by Watkins and Wiebe (1980). The criticisms pertain to the nature of the data presented and the accuracy and appropriateness of the statistical procedures employed. (BS)

Investigated the utility of subtle items for the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory PD and MA scales and compared college students' (N=98) scores on these scales with scores on similar instruments. Results showed that obvious items are of greatest utility and contribute most to the prediction of criterion behaviors. (LLL)

Using step-wise multiple regression analyses, regression equations were generated for sixty school age subjects with choice and stage of moral reasoning on moral dilemmas as the dependent variables. The implications of the findings for further research and curriculum were discussed. (Editor/RK)

This study used multiple regression analysis to ascertain the extent to which states' grades on the "Education Week""Quality Counts" report cards for P-12 predicted states' grades on the National Center for Public Policy in Higher Education's "Measuring Up" report cards. "Quality Counts" graded states' P-12…

Quantifies the impact of time spent riding a bus on 4th, 6th, 8th, and 11th grade students' achievement based on data from a 1970 Statewide survey of Oklahoma students. The null hypothesis was tested that busing has no effect on student achievement. Findings revealed that at an .01 level of significance, bus riding time reduces achievement for 4th…

Personal time perspective was defined as self-assessment at present in comparison with 5 years backward (retrotension) and forward (protension). (Authors)

Using 1960 Census data for New York City, regression equations are developed to test empirically: (1) the relationship between the proportion of female-headed households and ADC incidence and (2) the effect of ADC incidence on male and female labor force participation rates. (Editor)

Establishes an argument that questions the validity of one test'' of goodness-of-fit (the extent to which a series of obtained measures agrees with a series of theoretical measures) for the simulated time path of a simple endogenous (internally developed) variable in a simultaneous, perhaps dynamic econometric model. (Author)

Purpose of this investigation was to determine whether the inclusion of quadratic and/or interaction terms in a regression model would improve the prediction of student nurses' grade point averages. (Authors)

Assuming a value added model of education, accountability measures can be developed to improve resource allocation, to more effectively select and assign personnel, and to enhance program evaluation and research. (RA)