The tendency of extreme cases of the phenomenon to deviate toward a more central position during the course of an experiment refers to

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Statistical regression, also known as regression to the mean, is the phenomenon where if a variable is extreme on its first measurement, it will tend to be closer to the average on its second measurement—and, conversely, if it is extreme on its second measurement, it will tend to have been closer to the average on its first. This concept explains why extreme cases tend to become less extreme over time, making it the correct choice.

The Tendency of Extreme Cases of the Phenomenon to Deviate