"Regression Artifact" Refers to the Mathematical Fact That

question 59

Multiple Choice

"Regression artifact" refers to the mathematical fact that

• A) people who score above average on pretests tend to have lower scores on posttests, and those who score below average on pretests tend to increase their scores on posttests.
• B) any participant's score on a pretest can be expected to be lower on a posttest, because of the "law of averages."
• C) participants who have extreme scores, high or low, on a pretest tend to have posttest scores that are even more extreme.
• D) posttests are often unnecessary, since they tend to give, on average, the same results as those obtained on pretests.

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Definitions:

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The preparation and research phase before direct contact with a potential customer, aiming to increase the chances of a successful sales interaction.

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Need-Satisfaction

A sales approach focused on identifying and meeting the explicit needs of the customer.

Sales Presentation

A formal pitch or display of a product or service aimed at persuading potential buyers to make a purchase.