Answer all questions . Problem 1-150 points) Responding to evidence on the impacts of class size, a state program was introduced several years ago that evaluates schools based on their resources. Scho ols whose Resource Index, as determined by a state office, is below a certain level are given additional funds to reduce their class sizes. You are the researcher who is responsible for evaluating this program, and you have been asked to testify in front of the state legislature about it. a) (10 points) Briefly explain what Figure 1 shows. Figure 1: Class Size (Estimated Discontinuity: 3.0) N Resource Index b) (10 points) Briefly explain what Figure 2 shows. Figure 2. Test Scores (Estimated Discontinuity: 3.0) 8 Resource Index c) (10 points) Using only the data in Figures 1 and 2. what testimony will you give to the state legislature regarding the outcomes of this program? Make sure to discuss the conditions under which you can make causal claims about the program. d) (10 points) Based on your answer in partea state representative wants to know whether you would recommend rolling the program out state-wide. Be clear and precise when discussing the factors that go into your answer. e) Your research assistant brings you the results in Figure 3 below. What is the interpretation of this figure? How do they affect your feelings about the results of the program? Figure 3: Family Income 8 1 Resource Index • Problem 250 points