When researchers study an intervention in a progressive direction,such as why students in low performing high schools are doing well rather than poorly,they are examining
A) negative deviance.
B) positive deviance.
C) social indicators.
D) time-series.
E) stigmatizing deviance

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The researchers are studying a phenomenon known as positive deviance, which refers to the behavior of individuals or groups who are able to excel in certain areas despite facing similar challenges and constraints as their peers. In this case, they are examining why some students in low performing high schools are able to perform well academically despite adverse circumstances. The other answer choices do not accurately describe the nature of the researchers' investigation.

When Researchers Study an Intervention in a Progressive Direction,such as Why