In a multimethod assessment, what is a primary benefit of including child interviews?

• A. To increase administrative time
• B. To rely solely on teacher reports
• C. To establish rapport and understand the child's perspective
• D. To expedite test administration

Answer: (C)

When you include a child interview in a multimethod assessment, the key benefit is hearing the child’s own voice and building a trusting connection. This direct input gives insight into what the child thinks, feels, and experiences, which helps you interpret behavior and symptoms more accurately. With the child’s perspective, you can explain patterns seen in observations and other reports, leading to more valid conclusions and child-centered recommendations. The other options miss this essential value: interviews aren’t primarily about adding administrative time, they aren’t about relying only on teacher reports, and they don’t inherently speed up the process.