Question

an article in a psychology journal claims that young students who play a musical instrument tend to have higher test scores on state math exams. which statement most likely describes the relationship between playing an instrument and state math exam scores? \bigcirc playing a musical instrument causes a student to become better at solving math problems. \bigcirc students who do not play musical instruments do not have high scores on state math exams \bigcirc students who have high math scores should be encouraged to play a musical instrument so they become proficient with music as well. \bigcirc students who play a musical instrument tend to excel in other skills, which may explain their higher math scores.

Explanation:

Answer:

Students who play a musical instrument tend to excel in other skills, which may explain their higher math scores.