Research by Eric Hanushek and Others Suggests That Increasing the Number

question 44

Multiple Choice

Research by Eric Hanushek and others suggests that increasing the number or quality of teachers will

• A)reduce student test scores.
• B)increase student test scores by ever-increasing amounts.
• C)increase student test scores by ever-decreasing amounts.
• D)foment unrest among unionized teachers and school administrators.

Understand the concept and components of an iron triangle.

Examine the protection and regulation of lobbying activities by constitutional and legal means.

Appreciate the impact of interest groups on political and social issues through various strategies including grassroots mobilization and litigation.

Identify the roles and strategies of political action committees in supporting federal candidates.

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Definitions:

Happiness Levels

Measures of well-being and satisfaction with life, which can vary based on individual circumstances and perceptions.

Gender Differences

Variations in the physical, psychological, and behavioral characteristics typically associated with being male or female.

Age Differences

Variations in behaviors, attitudes, or attributes that are attributable to different ages or stages in the life cycle.

Adaptation-Level Phenomenon

The psychological process by which individuals adjust their expectations and perceptions based on past experiences, influencing how new stimuli are perceived.