Regression Toward the Mean Refers to the Fact That

question 51

Multiple Choice

Regression toward the mean refers to the fact that:

• A)extreme scores tend to change toward the less extreme mean.
• B)statistical regression results from changes that occur systematically over time.
• C)participants should be selected based on extreme scores taken at one time.
• D)mean scores of pretest and posttest measures will be the same after manipulation.

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