Under Which of the Following Conditions Would the Use of an Aptitude

question 7

Multiple Choice

Under which of the following conditions would the use of an aptitude test be most appropriate?

• A) A teacher needs information about how well students use specific skills and study techniques.
• B) A counselor needs information to determine which students have performed best in science.
• C) A teacher must choose the ten students most likely to succeed in a limited-enrollment course.
• D) A teacher needs to report each student's performance in mathematics to school administrators.

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Definitions:

Downward Social Comparisons

This occurs when individuals compare themselves to others who are worse off in order to feel better about their own situation or abilities.

Self-Image

The personal viewpoint of an individual about themselves, including beliefs about appearance, personality, and capabilities.

Reference Group

A group that individuals use as a standard for evaluating themselves and their own behaviors, influencing their attitudes and behaviors.

Mainstream American Culture

The set of norms, behaviors, beliefs, and values that are widely accepted and practiced by the majority of the American population.