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Rasch model

in item response theory, a model in which only one parameter, item difficulty, is specified. This is thought to be a parsimonious way to describe the relation between an item response and an underlying dimension and is thus preferred in some cases. Also called one-parameter model. See two-parameter model; three-parameter model. [proposed in 1960 by Danish statistician Georg Rasch (1901–1980)]

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November 23rd 2024

incontinence

incontinence

n.

1. an inability to control basic body functions, such as urination and defecation (see fecal incontinence; urinary incontinence). Incontinence is often caused by bodily and neurological injury or damage or physical abnormalities and changes.

2. an inability to restrain sexual impulses. —incontinent adj.