DrDenton Designs an Experiment to Test the Hypothesis That Children

question 1

Multiple Choice

Dr.Denton designs an experiment to test the hypothesis that children who are taught alternative ways of responding to failure will show increased persistence in problem solving.Dr.Denton assigns half of a random sample of third-graders to a tutor who emphasizes learning from mistakes rather than improving grades.The other half of the sample receive tutoring without this emphasis on "learning goals." After two months of tutoring,both groups were given a test of persistence.A possible random variable in this experiment is the ____.

• A) amount of time before the persistence test
• B) persistence test score
• C) level of intelligence of the children
• D) time of day the experiment was conducted

---

Definitions:

Human Nature

A term referring to the characteristics, feelings, and behavioral traits of humankind that are naturally ingrained.

Congruence Corollary

A concept in psychology stating that personal growth is facilitated when there is alignment between an individual's self-image and experiences.

Fragmentation Corollary

A principle in psychology that suggests an individual's self-concept can become divided and inconsistent under stress.

Instinctive Drives

The innate impulses that guide behavior without the need for conscious thought, often related to survival and reproduction.