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The Thurstonian item response model (IRT) provides normative trait estimates from multidimensional forced-choice (MFC) data, outperforming classical scoring methods. While measurement precision is lower than rating scale data, it overcomes drawbacks of traditional approaches.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychometrics
  • Quantitative Psychology

Background:

  • Multidimensional forced-choice (MFC) data requires specialized modeling for accurate trait estimation.
  • Classical scoring methods for MFC data can be problematic due to their ipsative nature.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the normativity of Thurstonian IRT trait estimates derived from MFC data.
  • To compare Thurstonian IRT estimates with classical ipsative scoring and other data formats (dichotomous, rating scale).

Main Methods:

  • Simulation study comparing Thurstonian IRT, classical ipsative scoring, dichotomous true-false (TF), and rating scale data.
  • Empirical study assessing the differentiation of behaviors using MFC versus TF responses.

Main Results:

  • Thurstonian IRT trait estimates demonstrated normativity when using blocks of opposite keyed items, unlike classical ipsative estimates.
  • Measurement precision of Thurstonian IRT was lower than rating scale data but robust to factors like item imbalance or correlated traits.
  • Empirical findings showed equal criterion validity but lower construct validity for MFC compared to TF data.

Conclusions:

  • Thurstonian IRT modeling effectively addresses limitations of classical scoring for MFC data.
  • Enhanced validity in MFC data may require mitigating common method biases in comparative analyses.