Glossary · Meaning and specification
Nuisance variableF⁻
1ClaimA property that should not materially move the score when the construct is held fixed, such as length, formatting, or assertive tone. The nuisance list is the discriminant test plan.
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Handbook · ClaimConstructs, facets, and nuisancesDefine what the score should respond to, and just as carefully what it must ignore. Your nuisance list is your discriminant test plan.Where it comes up
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