Author Question: Joseph received a C on two algebra exams in a row. The principals office automatically sent him a ... (Read 57 times)

burchfield96 · **on:** Jun 19, 2018

Joseph received a C on two algebra exams in a row. The principals office automatically sent him a standard, encouraging email intended to boost the self-esteem of any student who does poorly on two assignments in a row in any subject. According to a research study described in the text, what is the most likely consequence of the email?

a. Joseph will do somewhat better on his next algebra exam.
b. Joseph will do about the same on his next algebra exam.
c. Joseph will do worse on his next algebra exam.
d. Joseph will do significantly better on his next algebra exam.

Question 2

What is the relationship between self-esteem and school performance?

a. There is a modest positive correlation between self-esteem and school grades.
b. Raising childrens self-esteem improves school performance.
c. There is a small negative correlation between self-esteem and school grades.
d. High self-esteem produces good school performance.