MMPI MCQ 2

Question 1

Which MMPI-2 validity scale detects a pattern of endorsing rare or unusual symptoms that most people with genuine disorders do not report?

Accepted Answer

F scale

Answer

The F (Infrequency) scale flags responses to items endorsed by fewer than 10% of the normative sample, suggesting exaggeration or random responding.

Question 2

On the MMPI-2, what does a significantly elevated K scale with a low F scale most likely indicate?

Accepted Answer

Defensiveness and minimization of problems

Answer

A high K with low F suggests the test-taker is presenting themselves in an overly favorable light and underreporting psychological difficulties.

Question 3

Which clinical scale of the MMPI-2 is most directly associated with somatic complaints without organic basis?

Accepted Answer

Scale 1 (Hypochondriasis)

Answer

Scale 1 (Hs) measures the degree to which a person is preoccupied with bodily functioning and vague, unverifiable physical complaints.

Question 4

The MMPI-2 was re-standardized using a normative sample of approximately how many adults?

Accepted Answer

2,600

Answer

The MMPI-2 normative sample consisted of approximately 2,600 adults drawn from several U.S. states to better represent the general population.

Question 5

Which two-point code type on the MMPI-2 is classically associated with antisocial behavior, rule violations, and conflicts with authority?

Accepted Answer

4-9/9-4

Answer

The 4-9 code type combines psychopathic deviate and hypomania elevations, commonly linked to impulsivity, thrill-seeking, and disregard for social norms.

MMPI - Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory Practice Test

MMPI - Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory Practice Test

MMPI MCQ 2