Our Society Relies on Standardized Tests (I

question 13

Multiple Choice

Our society relies on standardized tests (i.e., SAT, GRE) to predict college performance. Women score lower than men on these tests and get better grades in college. Women's educational achievement is misrepresented by the

• A) decoding cue.
• B) female underprediction effect.
• C) SAT effect.
• D) GRE effect.

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Definitions:

Childhood Experiences

Events, interactions, and relationships during early years of life that significantly influence one's development and personality.

Individual Psychology

A psychological theory and therapy approach focusing on the uniqueness of each person and the importance of social context in personality development, introduced by Alfred Adler.

Depth Psychology

A branch of psychology that focuses on the unconscious mind, and how deep-seated thoughts and feelings can influence behavior and personality.

Gestalt Psychology

A psychological approach that emphasizes the human mind's tendency to perceive patterns and wholes in sensory information rather than just individual components.