In a Study on Scholastic Test Scores of Entering College

question 38

Multiple Choice

In a study on scholastic test scores of entering college freshmen,a random sample of colleges across the nation is selected and the average SAT Math score for the freshman class is recorded.The colleges are categorized according to their affiliation: public,private,or church.Does it appear that freshmen entering the three different types of schools do equally well on the SAT Math? Computer output is included below. At a significance level of 0.05,what is the appropriate conclusion about the average SAT Math scores?

• A)The average SAT Math scores for freshmen attending colleges with the three different affiliations appear to be the same.
• B)Each of the three average SAT Math scores for freshmen attending colleges with the three different affiliations appears to be different.
• C)It appears that freshmen attending at least one of the three different types of college have a different average SAT Math score.
• D)Freshmen at one type of affiliated college have a significantly better average SAT Math score than the other two.

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Definitions:

Verbal Output

The production and expression of words, either spoken or written, as a means of communication.

Words in Sequence

A linguistic arrangement where words are placed in a specific order to convey meaning or perform a linguistic function.

Stereotypic Inferences

Involve drawing broad, oversimplified conclusions about individuals based on their membership in certain groups, often ignoring personal differences.

Salience of Group Membership

The degree to which an individual's affiliation with a group is prominent and affects their behavior and perceptions.