Which Statement Best Reflects an Example of Regression Toward the Mean

question 152

Multiple Choice

Which statement best reflects an example of regression toward the mean

• A) People who originally score near the average on some trait are measured a second time, and their new score falls at the extreme high or low end of the scale. 
• B) People who originally score extremely high or low on some trait are measured a second time, and their new score falls closer to the average. 
• C) People recover from a mental or physical illness without any form of intervention. 
• D) People's expectations lead them to experience some change, even though they receive a fake or ineffective treatment.

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Definitions:

Macroelectrode Techniques

Methods involving the use of large electrodes for recording or stimulating activity within the brain or nervous system.

Microelectrode Techniques

Methods involving the use of small electrodes to measure the electrical activity of cells.

Genes

Segments of DNA located on chromosomes that encode for the synthesis of proteins, influencing traits and characteristics.

Neurogenesis

The process of generating new neurons in the brain, contributing to brain plasticity and function.