Identifying Assumptions in Group Study Findings

Easy Assumption Identify Assumptions

During a recent study, researchers found that students who studied in groups scored higher on math tests compared to those who studied alone. Consequently, the researchers concluded that studying in groups leads to better performance in math. This conclusion depends on a particular assumption about the relationship between group study and test scores.

Which of the following is an assumption made by the researchers in their conclusion?

Only students who performed well in math chose to study in groups.

Studying in groups is generally more enjoyable than studying alone.

The improvements in test scores were solely due to group study.

All students have the option to study either in groups or alone.

Students who study alone would score equally well if they studied in groups.

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