When You Know Nothing About a Person's Academic Ability,the Best

question 56

Multiple Choice

When you know nothing about a person's academic ability,the best estimate of his or her academic ability should be based on the

• A) mean.
• B) Z score.
• C) criterion.
• D) correlation.

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Definitions:

Person-centered Therapy

A counseling approach emphasizing the client's perspective, promoting self-discovery, and valuing their potential for personal growth.

Empirical Research

A way of gaining knowledge by means of direct observation or experience, employing systematic and scientifically valid methods to gather data.

Behavior Modification

The use of empirically demonstrated behavior change techniques to improve behaviors and replace undesirable behaviors with more desirable ones.

Desirable Behaviors

Desirable behaviors are actions considered favorable or appropriate within a certain context or society, often encouraged and reinforced through social norms and by rewards.