A lack of variability in a dataset that occurs because scores are clustered together at the top end of the range of possible scores is called a(n) ______.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Ans: ceiling effect

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Which of the following examples is NOT a formative assessment?

a. Teacher-made tests b. Observations c. S.A.T. d. Classroom activities

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According to constructivist theory learners construct their own understanding of the world through

a. Responses that are either rewarded or punished b. Presentations of new information by significant adults c. Interactions with others, prior learning and experience play d. All the above

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. The shape of the sampling distribution of the mean is approximately ______, whereas the shape of the sampling distribution of the variance is approximately ______.

A. normal; normal B. positively skewed; normal C. normal; positively skewed D. positively skewed; positively skewed

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Evidence that Muslim Americans enjoy freedom of religion is seen in

A. The presence of Muslim Student Associations (MSA) on most college campuses. B. The reduction in hate crimes against Muslims. C. The mosque controversy near Ground Zero in New York City. D. Widespread acceptance of headscarves and the hijab in the workplace and in schools across the country.

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