Which Statement About the Relationship Between Background Information and Comprehension

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the relationship between background information and comprehension is true?

• A)The development of background information prior to reading is likely to enhance comprehension.
• B)There is no detectable relationship between background information and comprehension.
• C)The development of background information prior to reading is likely to inhibit motivation.
• D)The development of background information prior to reading confuses the young reader.

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Definitions:

Time Series

A series of data points, usually made up of consecutive observations recorded during a period of time.

Seasonal Variation

Fluctuations in data or economic activity that occur at regular intervals due to seasonal factors.

Exponentially Smoothed Sales

A forecasting method applying exponentially decreasing weights over past observations to predict future sales.

Mattress Sales

The commercial activity of selling mattresses to consumers, often influenced by factors like comfort, price, and brand.