If a researcher wanted a predictor of how well students would benefit from a proposed special mathematics instructional program he/she would most likely use
A) a scholastic aptitude test.
B) a math achievement test.
C) direct observation.
D) teachers' recommendations.

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A math achievement test would be the best choice as it measures the student's current level of mathematics mastery, providing insight into their potential for improvement with the proposed program. Scholastic aptitude tests, direct observation, and teachers' recommendations may provide additional information, but may not be as directly related to the effectiveness of a specific instructional program in mathematics.

If a Researcher Wanted a Predictor of How Well Students