The Tendency of Scores That Are Particularly High or Low

question 29

Multiple Choice

The tendency of scores that are particularly high or low to drift toward the mean over time is called:

• A) simple linear regression.
• B) standard error of the mean.
• C) regression to the mean.
• D) standard error of the estimate.

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Definitions:

Population Size

The total number of individuals within a defined area at a specific time.

Growth Rate

The rate at which an organism or population increases in size, often measured over a specific period.

Intrinsic Rate

Intrinsic rate, often mentioned in ecological contexts, refers to the maximum potential growth rate of a population under ideal conditions, where resources are unlimited and environmental factors are optimal.

Wolf Population

Wolf population refers to the total number of wolves living in a particular area, subject to factors such as habitat, prey availability, and human impact.