A Binomial Test for Hierarchical Dependency
- 1 September 1986
- journal article
- Published by Cambridge University Press (CUP) in Psychometrika
- Vol. 51 (3) , 467-474
- https://doi.org/10.1007/bf02294067
Abstract
A binomial test for hierarchical dependency is presented. The null hypothesis is that all members of a population who possess a certain skill are a subset of the members who possess another skill. This hypothesis is basic to the writings of several prominent theorists, such as Gagné and Piaget. The model, assumptions, formula derivations, and procedures for the test are explained. An illustrative example is also provided.Keywords
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