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Table 1 Categorization of the DIF sizes

From: Hyperhidrosis quality of life index (HidroQoL): further validation by applying classical test theory and item response theory using data from a phase III clinical trial

DIF category

Category explanation

DIF contrast

C

Moderate to large

|DIF| ≥ 0.64 logits

B

Slight to moderate

|DIF| ≥ 0.43 to < 0.64 logits

A

Negligible

|DIF| < 0.43 logits

  1. DIF Differential item functioning