A Student Received a Z Score of 1 on a Test

question 53

Multiple Choice

A student received a z score of 1 on a test of English as a Second Language and the distribution of test scores on that test was normal.This same student received a z score of 1 on another test of English as Second Language and the distribution of test scores on this second test were highly skewed.In all probability,

• A) these two standard scores mean the same thing.
• B) the T-scores on both test would be equal to 80.
• C) the student speaks English better than many native-born Americans.
• D) these two standard scores do not mean the same thing.

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Definitions:

Achievement Motivation

The drive or desire within an individual to set and accomplish challenging goals, surpass standards of excellence, and persist in the face of obstacles.

Fear Motivation

The driving force behind actions that aim to avoid negative outcomes or dangers.

Productive Forgetting

The beneficial aspect of forgetting that allows individuals to discard irrelevant or outdated information, enhancing learning and decision-making efficiency.

Emotional Intelligence

The ability to understand emotions in oneself and others in order to effectively manage one’s own behaviors and relationships with others.