When Compared to the Achievement Scores of Students in Other

question 212

Multiple Choice

When compared to the achievement scores of students in other nations, U.S. students are

• A) well-below average.
• B) well-above average.
• C) about average.
• D) above average in mathematics, but below average in science.

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Definitions:

Sensations

The process by which our sensory receptors and nervous system receive and represent stimulus energies from our environment.

Circadian Cycle

Biological rhythm that operates on a roughly 24-hour cycle, affecting various bodily functions.

1.5 Hours

A duration of time equivalent to ninety minutes.

Sleep-Wake Cycle

Refers to the 24-hour daily rhythm that governs our sleep and wakefulness, largely controlled by our body's internal clock and external cues like light and darkness.