Pronunciations
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/ˈɪpsətɪv/
Adjective
Denoting a measure that forces a person to choose among multiple desirable options.
Usage- not-comparable
- Examples
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Myers-Briggs uses ipsative measures, whereas the Five-Factor Model uses normative measures.
Comparing a measure of a person against that person’s previous assessments, rather than against the performance of others.
Usage- not-comparable