Computer administration of questions: more desirable or more social desirability?

Article Abstract:

Investigated the effect of computer vs. paper-and-pencil administration on two components of socially desirable responding (SDR), impression management (IM), and self-deception (SD). Ss' degree of anonymity was also manipulated. Independent variables were expected to affect only IM scores, with the computer anonymous condition resulting in the least amount of IM. Results indicated that IM and SD scores were influenced by main effects of both administration and anonymity manipulations. In contrast to previous research, computer administration produced the greatest amount of IM. The findings are discussed relative to results reported Martin and Nagao (1989) on the impact of computer administration of interviews and recent research on the dimension of SDR. (Reprinted by permission of the publisher.)

Usage, Computers, Digital computers, Information management, Examinations, Test validity, Testing, Tests

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Reexamining the component stability of Owens's Biographical Questionnaire

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The component stability of Owens's Biographical Questionnaire (BQ) is reexamined in light of a reanalysis of the original data used to develop the 118-item BQ. Results indicate that components for men are stable over time and geographical location. In addition, the stability of a set of components for women is now demonstrated. The present results suggest that the differences found by Eberhardt and Muchinsky (1982) in the components obtained from women are due to methodological differences between studies and not to changing life experiences of women over the time period between the studies. The components for women that were obtained from a reanalysis of the original data used by Owens and Schoenfeldt (1979) do replicate. (Reprinted by permission of the publisher.)

Women, Behavior, Statistics, Questionnaires, Psychological research

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Facial attractiveness and its relation to occupational success

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A study of students in a military academy found that facial attractiveness is a contributing factor to long-term success in an organization. The study found no correlation between attractiveness and academy performance, or between attractiveness and rank attained after 12 years. However, for those who remained on active duty beyond 12 years, attractiveness became a significant factor. The study indicates that organizations foster stereotypes. In this case, attractive people appear more likely to remain in an organization and are more likely to prosper there.

Economic aspects, Physiological aspects, Personal appearance, Success, Occupational surveys

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