As the value of the mean difference score decreases
A) the t score increases.
B) the t score decreases.
C) the t score stays the same.
D) You cannot predict how the t score will be affected.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The t score is calculated by dividing the mean difference score by the standard error of the difference score. As the mean difference score decreases, the numerator of the t score decreases, while the denominator remains the same. Thus, the t score will also decrease.

As the Value of the Mean Difference Score Decreases