A Random Sample of 25,000 ACT Test Takers Had an Average

question 80

Multiple Choice

A random sample of 25,000 ACT test takers had an average score of 21 with a standard deviation of 5. Determine the standard error.

• A) .0230
• B) .0316
• C) .1328
• D) .0141

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Definitions:

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that employs rewards and punishments for behavior, encouraging the subject to associate certain actions with specific consequences.

Observation

The act of closely monitoring or taking notice of something or someone, often used as a method in scientific research and daily learning.

Respondent Conditioning

A form of learning in which an individual develops a reflexive response to a previously neutral stimulus by associating it with another stimulus that already elicits that response.

Direct Reinforcement

The process by which a behavior is strengthened or increased by immediately following it with a positive stimulus or reward.