Which of the Following Is an Example of Academic Achievement

question 116

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of academic achievement?

• A) Kelly received a C on her report card.
• B) Naomi received a 1200 on the SATs.
• C) Mel has been in school for 7 years.
• D) Vinny has 3.7 GPA.

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Definitions:

Paradigm

A typical example or pattern of something; a model that is especially prevalent in scientific theories or how particular sets of rules define a scientific discipline.

Counterattitudinal Behavior

Actions that are contrary to one's personal beliefs, attitudes, or values, which can sometimes lead to a change in those attitudes due to cognitive dissonance.

Spreading Alternatives

The act of diversifying choices or options in decision-making or behavior.

Free Choice Paradigm

A laboratory situation in which people make a choice between two alternatives, and after they do, attraction to the alternatives is assessed.