Which statement about the relationship between background information and comprehension is true?

A. The development of background information prior to reading is likely to enhance comprehension.
B. There is no detectable relationship between background information and comprehension.
C. The development of background information prior to reading is likely to inhibit motivation.
D. The development of background information prior to reading confuses the young reader.


Answer: A

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A) that, in most cases, the solution happens. B) a communication problem-solving sequence to use as a guide. C) you will be a success if you use the proper sequence. D) how to win without compromise. E) that problem-solving is plain old luck.

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When behaviorists describe an organism as a "black box," they mean that:

a. Many stimuli have no noticeable effect on the organism. b. Learning processes occurring within the organism cannot be studied scientifically. c. Learning is, by its very nature, something that takes place outside the organism. d. An organism makes many responses even in the absence of any observed external stimulus.

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

With respect to the supported curriculum, states do not have much influence.

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