Process (b)

For each subgroup i

For parameter j of subgroup i, find the maximum deviation amongst

n no. of persons (15 here).

If
max_deviation> c

no yes

Set response for that Set response for that

parameter of that parameter of that
subgroup = 0 subgroup = 1

repeat for all parameters of subgroup i Store the final result

repeat for all subgroups

Note:
c is a tuning parameter (offset value) set by user for safe cutoff in order to ignore insignificant
responses. Here is is set to 0.207.
DIS is another tuning parameter used for ignoring insignificant responses.