A Teacher Uses Two Different Programs to Remediate Students

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A teacher uses two different programs to remediate students.Results for each group on a standardized test are listed in the table.At the 0.05 level of significance,does the Wilcoxon rank sum test provide evidence of a difference between the two programs in terms of the scores that students obtain? $\begin{array}{cccc|ccc}&&{\text { Program I }} &&& \text { Program II } \\\hline 60 & 75 & 61 & 63 & 66 & 89 & 68 & 77 \\86 & 69 & 64 & 70 & 84 & 80 & 81 & 87 \\& 72 & 82 & 59 & 78 & 73 & 91 & 93 \\& & & & & & 94 & 95\end{array}$

Explain the use of symbols in language and their societal implications.

Recognize the importance of precision and explicitness in language to avoid misunderstandings.

Understand the characteristics and importance of different forms of interaction in communication.

Identify and apply strategies for creating a supportive communication climate.

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Definitions:

Experiment

A scientific procedure in which variables are manipulated and the effects on other variables are gauged. Large groups of subjects are generally used, and the results are analyzed statistically. In a true experiment, subjects are randomly assigned to experimental and control groups.

Rejection Hypothesis

The theory proposing that the experience of rejection, or anticipated rejection, by significant others or society can lead to negative psychological outcomes.

Test Hypothesis

The process of conducting a scientific test to confirm or refute a hypothesis, typically involving controlled experiments or observations.