Two Sets of Observations Assessing Hours Spent Watching Television and Grade

question 62

Multiple Choice

Two sets of observations assessing hours spent watching television and grade point averages among elementary school children are compared. Which of the following is the most likely outcome?

• A) The two variables will be both positively and negatively correlated.
• B) The two variables will be uncorrelated.
• C) The two variables will be negatively correlated.
• D) The two variables will be positively correlated.

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Definitions:

Muscle Control

The ability to direct and coordinate muscle actions in the body for voluntary movements.

Somatic

Relating to the body, especially as distinct from the mind, or pertaining to the wall of the body cavity, especially in contrast to the visceral parts.

Visual Cortex

The region of the brain responsible for processing visual information received from the eyes.

Biological Rhythm

A naturally occurring, cyclic pattern in physiological processes, including sleep-wake cycles and hormonal fluctuations.