For a Sample with a Standard Deviation of S =

question 61

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For a sample with a standard deviation of s = 8,a score of X = 42 corresponds to z = -0.25.The mean for the sample is M = 40.

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Definitions:

Pessimistic Explanatory

A tendency to explain negative events as being widespread, permanent, and uncontrollable.

Martin Seligman

A psychologist known for his work on positive psychology, learned helplessness, and for promoting concepts such as PERMA to characterize well-being.

Downward Comparison

A social comparison strategy where individuals compare themselves to others who are less competent or in a worse situation, which can boost self-esteem.

Self-effacing Bias

The tendency to attribute successes to external factors and failures to internal factors, often observed in some cultures.