Which of the Following Variables Has Only a Direct Effect

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following variables has only a direct effect on reading achievement?

• A) Parent education
• B) Time joint reading
• C) Quality of teaching
• D) All variables have a direct and indirect effect.

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Definitions:

Private Good

A good that is both excludable and rivalrous, meaning it can only be used by one person at a time, and access to it can be restricted.

Excludable

A characteristic of a good or service that allows owners or producers to prevent others from using it without permission or payment.

Rival

An entity competing against another in the same market, striving for a greater share of assets, customers, or recognition.

Nonexcludable

A property of a good where it is not possible to prevent individuals from consuming the good, regardless of whether they have paid for it.