Jada Began to Read When She Was 4 Years Old

question 11

Multiple Choice

Jada began to read when she was 4 years old.Based on this information,what can we predict about her performance on the college aptitude test she will take as an eighth-grader?

• A) She will score about the same as average female high school seniors.
• B) She will score considerably lower than most high school seniors.
• C) She will score considerably higher than most high school seniors.
• D) We cannot predict college aptitude test performance using reading ability at age 4.

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Definitions:

Expectancy Theory

A motivational theory suggesting that individuals are more likely to be motivated to perform if they believe that their efforts will lead to desirable outcomes.

Test

A method of assessing a person's knowledge, performance, or ability in a particular area, often used in educational and professional settings.

Research Results

The findings and conclusions derived from systematic investigation into a specific subject area or question, aiming to add to existing knowledge.

Second-Level Outcome

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