In a Study of the Number of Cups of Coffee

question 5

Multiple Choice

In a study of the number of cups of coffee students drink while preparing for an exam a researcher learns that the median number of cups is 2, but the mean number of cups is 2.9. This indicates the mean is ______.

• A) positively skewed
• B) negatively skewed
• C) perfectly symmetric
• D) not skewed

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Definitions:

Controlling Account

A general ledger account that summarizes the balances of a set of subsidiary accounts, facilitating overall management.