For which of the following is the MMPI is not appropriate?
a. For those with lower intelligence
c. For children
b. For those with lower reading skills
d. All of these are correct.
ANS: D
FEEDBACK: Although there are self-report inventories to assess many facets of personality, the tests are not always appropriate for people whose level of intelligence is below normal, or for those with limited reading skills. Even minor changes in the wording of the questions or the response alternatives on self-report measures can lead to major changes in the results.
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