A Study Was Designed to Investigate the Effects of Two

question 158

Multiple Choice

A study was designed to investigate the effects of two variables - (1) a student's level of mathematical anxiety and (2) teaching method - on a student's achievement in a mathematics course. Students who had a low level of mathematical anxiety were taught using the traditional expository method. These students obtained a mean score of 260 with a standard deviation of 30 on a standardized test. Assuming a mound-shaped and symmetric distribution, what percentage of scores exceeded 200?

• A) approximately 97.5%
• B) approximately 95%
• C) approximately 100%
• D) approximately 84%

Understand the legal framework surrounding reverse discrimination claims.

Grasp the concept of bona fide seniority or merit systems as defenses in race discrimination cases.

Recognize the protections offered by Title VII against discrimination.

Understand the role of workplace assessments in measuring representation of women and minorities.

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Definitions:

Neuroticism

A personality trait characterized by a long-term tendency to experience negative emotions such as anxiety, sadness, and moodiness.

Conscientiousness

A personality trait characterized by being diligent, careful, thorough, organized, and responsible.

Neuroticism

A personality trait characterized by a tendency to experience negative emotions, such as anxiety, depression, and irritability, more frequently and intensely than others.

Big Five Traits

The Big Five Traits are a model in psychology that describes personality in terms of five broad dimensions: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.