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Tolerance for error and computational estimation ability.

Thomas P Hogan1, Laurie A Wyckoff, Paul Krebs

  • 1Department of Psychology, University of Scranton, PA 18510, USA. Thomas.Hogan@Scranton.edu

Psychological Reports
|September 15, 2004
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This study found no link between tolerance for error and computational estimation skills. However, higher agreeableness was slightly associated with poorer estimation performance in college students.

Area of Science:

  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Educational Psychology
  • Personality Psychology

Background:

  • Previous research hypothesized a link between tolerance for error and computational estimation success.
  • This hypothesis lacked direct empirical testing.
  • Understanding personality factors influencing mathematical abilities is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To directly investigate the relationship between tolerance for error and computational estimation performance.
  • To explore the association between the Big Five personality traits and computational estimation.
  • To identify potential personality correlates of mathematical estimation skills.

Main Methods:

  • Participants (N=65 college students) completed a computational estimation test.

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  • Scores were analyzed against the NEO-Five Factor Inventory, measuring personality traits.
  • Additional data included SAT-I scores and self-rated mathematics ability.

    • Main Results:

    • No significant relationship was found between tolerance for error (Openness) and computational estimation performance.
    • A modest negative correlation was observed between Agreeableness and estimation performance.
    • SAT-I scores and self-rated ability were also considered.

    Conclusions:

    • Tolerance for error, as measured by Openness, does not appear to be a significant predictor of computational estimation ability.
    • The negative association between Agreeableness and estimation performance warrants further investigation.
    • Skepticism, a facet of Agreeableness, may play a role in understanding estimation proficiency.