Assume a Normal Curve and That the Mean of the Raw

question 12

Short Answer

Assume a normal curve and that the mean of the raw scores is 8, the standard deviation is 2.65, and the test-retest reliability is .84. If an individual who is in grade 5.6 received a score of 10, answer the following questions:

-What is the National Curve Equivalent (NCE)?

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Definitions:

Lazarus

Refers to the psychologist Richard Lazarus, known for his theory on emotion and stress which emphasizes the importance of cognitive appraisal.

Social Health

An individual's capacity to form satisfying interpersonal relationships with others and to adapt comfortably to different social situations.

Fight-or-Flight

A physiological response to perceived danger or threat, preparing the body to fight or flee from the threatening situation.

Tend-and-Befriend

A theory suggesting that in response to stress, individuals, especially women, are predisposed to caring for offspring and seeking social support.