Construct and predictive validities of the Perceptual Ability Test.
The construct and predictive validities of the Perceptual Ability Test (PAT) were examined. The results indicate that the PAT is a multidimensional test of spatial abilities, with each of the PAT subtests exhibiting different predictive validity. Furthermore, a linear combination of the PAT subtest scores was found to be more predictive of first-year dental school technique performance than the total PAT score.
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Division of Educational Measurements, American Dental Association, Chicago, IL 60611-2678.
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D003099:College Admission Test; D004497:Education, Dental; D004521:Educational Measurement; D006801:Humans; D013028:Space Perception; D014796:Visual Perception