A Researcher Measures the Correlation Between Self-Esteem (High,low)and Physical Fitness

question 3

Multiple Choice

A researcher measures the correlation between self-esteem (high,low) and physical fitness scores among school athletes.In the study,12 participants reported high self-esteem and 12 reported low self-esteem.If = 9.06 and = 11,then what is the value of the correlation coefficient?

• A)0.61
• B)0.30
• C)0.39
• D)There is not enough information to answer this question.

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Definitions:

Compensatory Equalization

A phenomenon in research where non-treatment groups receive unintended benefits or compensations that minimize the observed differences between treated and non-treated groups.

Internal Validity

The extent to which a study or experiment can establish a causal relationship between its variables, free from confounding factors.

Control Group

A group in an experiment or study that does not receive the experimental treatment and is used as a benchmark to measure how the other tested groups do.

Unreliable Treatment Implementation

Variability or inconsistency in the application of an intervention in research or practice, potentially affecting the validity and outcomes of the study.