Mei was sent to the school psychologist to be tested. Based on her IQ scores it was decided that she would do well in the gifted child program. This is an example of which goal of psychology?
A) describing behavior
B) explaining behavior
C) predicting behavior
D) controlling behavior

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The goal of predicting behavior involves making predictions about future behavior based on current and past behaviors. In this case, Mei's IQ scores were used to predict her future academic success in the gifted child program.

Mei Was Sent to the School Psychologist to Be Tested