Factors Such as Motivation, Expectations, Attitudes Toward Test-Taking, Previous Experience

question 119

Multiple Choice

Factors such as motivation, expectations, attitudes toward test-taking, previous experience with tests, and use of different strategies in problem solving may affect performance and test scores. The textbook notes that these factors:

• A)explain all aspects of individual, racial, and ethnic differences in IQ scores.
• B)may relate to cultural differences in test-taking behavior.
• C)have little or no influence on differences in IQ scores.
• D)are less likely than genetics to influence IQ scores.

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Definitions:

Contribution Margin

The difference between a company's total sales revenue and its variable costs.

Fixed Costs

Expenses that remain constant for a certain level of production or period, inclusive of rent, salaries, and insurance.

Financial Advantage

The benefit gained when financial resources are managed to maximize efficiency and profitability.

Contribution Margin

The margin between the income from sales and the costs that vary, illustrating the amount of revenue available for offsetting fixed expenses and yielding a profit.