A Measure of _____ Is a Single Number That Presents

question 161

Multiple Choice

A measure of _____ is a single number that presents information about the spread of scores in a distribution.

• A)central tendency
• B)correlation coefficient
• C)statistical significance
• D)variability

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Definitions:

Assimilation

Piagetian concept of the incorporation of new information into existing knowledge.

Equilibrium

A state of balance or stability within a system, achieved when opposing forces or influences are equal.

Cognitive Development

The construction of thought processes, including remembering, problem solving, and decision-making, from childhood through adolescence to adulthood.

Disequilibrium

The state of being out of balance or lacking stability, often used in contexts of cognitive development or economics.