Carmella Finds a Correlation of +0

question 62

Multiple Choice

Carmella finds a correlation of +0.47 between self-esteem and academic achievement.Which of the following is the most appropriate interpretation of this correlation?

• A)High self-esteem motivates students to achieve more academically.
• B)Doing well academically increases students' self-esteem.
• C)The higher students' self-esteem,the greater their academic achievement.
• D)As self-esteem increases,academic achievement decreases.

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Definitions:

Nurturing

The act of supporting and encouraging the growth or development of someone, often through caring and providing emotional support.

Carstensen

Refers to Laura L. Carstensen, a psychologist known for her research on aging, including the socioemotional selectivity theory which suggests that as people age, they prioritize emotionally meaningful experiences and relationships.

Terminal Illness

A disease or condition that is likely to lead to death within a relatively short time frame, often without a cure.

Young Adult

An individual in the age range of late teens to early 30s, often considered a time of transition and self-discovery.