When a Statistical Average Is Reported in the News, It

question 146

Multiple Choice

When a statistical average is reported in the news, it is most important for readers to

• A) determine whether it is statistically significant.
• B) consider whether it is distorted by a few extreme cases.
• C) be sure that it describes an experimental group.
• D) recognize the potential for a correlation coefficient.

Identifying the role of greenhouse gases and distinguishing between their concentrations in the Earth's atmosphere.

Comprehending the environmental impacts of deforestation beyond loss of habitat and biodiversity.

Recognizing conservation strategies including in situ and ex situ conservation.

Distinguishing between various conservation biology terms and their applications.

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