Solve the Problem

question 30

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem. Round to the nearest tenth unless indicated otherwise.
-Scores on an English test are normally distributed with a mean of 37.3 and a standard deviation of 8. Find the score that separates the top 59% from the bottom 41%

• A) 39.1
• B) 35.5
• C) 32.6
• D) 42.0

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Definitions:

Cognitive Development

The process through which a person learns to reason, solve problems, and understand concepts.

Affordances

Refers to the actional properties of objects—their nature, opportunities, and limits.

Habituation

The process of becoming accustomed to a stimulus after repeated exposure, leading to a decrease in response.

Voluntary Reaching

The deliberate extension of the arm and hand towards an object, seen as a key developmental milestone in infants.