Expression of IdeasEasy–MediumStating a result of an experiment
Expression of Ideas practice question
While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
- A teacher tested whether background music affects reading speed.
- Thirty students read a passage in silence, then a similar passage with music playing.
- Average reading speed with music was 12% slower.
- Comprehension scores were the same in both conditions.
The student wants to state the experiment's main result. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
- A. Students read 12% more slowly with background music, though their comprehension was unchanged.Correct
- B. Thirty students took part in the experiment.
- C. The students read two similar passages.
- D. A teacher was interested in background music.
Answer: A. Students read 12% more slowly with background music, though their comprehension was unchanged.
The speed result and the comprehension result: the findings.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Thirty students took part in the experiment.
- Sample size, no result.
- C. The students read two similar passages.
- Method, no result.
- D. A teacher was interested in background music.
- Motivation, no result.
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