Dr. Kuh has designed a program to help first generation college students succeed in their first semester. A distal outcome would be
A) first-term midterm grades of a C or better.
B) higher graduation rates.
C) improved first-semester class attendance.
D) all of the above

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A distal outcome refers to a long-term or ultimate outcome. Higher graduation rates would be a long-term outcome that shows the success of the program in helping first generation college students succeed, making choice B the best answer. While first-term midterm grades and improved first-semester class attendance are important indicators of success, they are more proximal outcomes and may not necessarily lead to long-term success.

Dr Kuh Has Designed a Program to Help First Generation