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An Extension of IRT-Based Equating to the Dichotomous Testlet Response Theory Model

Wei TaoMeasurement Research, ACT, Inc.Correspondence[email protected]
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Yi CaoEducational Testing Service
Pages 108-121 | Published online: 03 Mar 2016

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