Which Is the Poorest Predictor of Mathematics Performance Among Children

question 253

Multiple Choice

Which is the poorest predictor of mathematics performance among children?

• A)gender
• B)mother's education
• C)school effectiveness
• D)home learning environment

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Definitions:

Intercept

In mathematics and statistics, the point at which a line or curve intersects a given axis on a graph.

Predicted Income

An estimate of future income based on variables such as education, occupation, and previous earnings.

Correlation

A statistical measure that expresses the extent to which two variables change together, suggesting a possible relationship between them.

Prediction Error

The difference between an observed value and the value predicted by a model.