Joy scored a 98% on her last Research Methods exam. Based on the concept of statistical regression, we would predict that her score on the next exam will be
A) 98%
B) a little bit lower than a 98%
C) 70%
D) 58%

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Statistical regression suggests that extreme scores tend to move closer to the average on subsequent tests. Since 98% is an exceptionally high score, it's likely her next score will be slightly lower, closer to the average.

Joy Scored a 98% on Her Last Research Methods Exam