If a Researcher Wanted a Predictor of How Well Students

question 5

Multiple Choice

If a researcher wanted a predictor of how well students would benefit from a proposed special mathematics instructional program he/she would most likely use

• A) a scholastic aptitude test.
• B) a math achievement test.
• C) direct observation.
• D) teachers' recommendations.

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