A Study Was Designed to Investigate the Effects of Two

question 18

Multiple Choice

A study was designed to investigate the effects of two variables - (1) a studentʹs level of mathematical anxietyand (2) teaching method - on a studentʹs achievement in a mathematics course. Students who had a low levelof mathematical anxiety were taught using the traditional expository method. These students obtained a meanscore of 460 with a standard deviation of 40 on a standardized test. Assuming a bell-shaped distribution,where would approximately 68% of the students score?

• A) between 420 and 500
• B) between 380 and 540
• C) below 380 or above 540
• D) below 420 or above 500

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Definitions:

Unequal Distribution

The uneven allocation or spread of resources, wealth, opportunities, or rights among different groups in society.

Resources

Assets, materials, or supplies that are available for use or consumption.

Deviant

Behaviors or actions that diverge from the societal norms and expectations, often carrying a negative connotation.

Social Inequality

describes the unequal distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society, often based on factors like race, gender, or socioeconomic status.