psychometrics

psychometrics definition - medical

psy·cho·met·rics (sīˌkə-mĕtˈrĭks)

noun
The branch of psychology that deals with the design, administration, and interpretation of quantitative tests for the measurement of psychological variables such as intelligence, aptitude, and personality traits. Also called psychometry.

Related Forms:

  • psyˌcho·metˈric, psyˌcho·metˈri·cal adjective

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