If the Intercept for an Instrument That Predicted College Performance

question 25

Multiple Choice

If the intercept for an instrument that predicted college performance was higher for the majority group than the minority group, then the instrument would:

• A)under predict minority group members' performance.
• B)over predict minority group members' performance.
• C)predict the same for majority and minority individuals.
• D)have reliability problems for the minority group.

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Definitions:

Influencing

The capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself.

Manipulating

Influencing or controlling someone or something to one's advantage, often in an unfair or dishonest way.

Motivating

The process of providing reasons, incentives, or encouragement to act or behave in a specific manner.

Indirect Strategy

Indirect strategy in communication involves presenting the supporting reasons before the main message or request, often used to prepare the recipient and reduce resistance.