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A review of pertinent recent events in psychological assessment suggests greater use of computerized testing systems in the future. Just as there are problems of response bias with paper-and-pencil test methods, there are also such problems when using the computer medium for assessment. Problem areas and possible solutions are reviewed. Future research needs are discussed.
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Johnson, J.H., Johnson, K.N. Psychological considerations related to the development of computerized testing stations. Behavior Research Methods & Instrumentation 13, 421–424 (1981). https://doi.org/10.3758/BF03202048
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