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:

Osteomyelitis

An infection in the bone, often caused by bacteria, that can lead to inflammation, pain, and sometimes bone destruction.

Bacterial Infection

A pathological condition resulting from the invasion and multiplication of bacteria in body tissues, causing disease.

Collagen Development

The process by which collagen, a key protein that provides structure and strength to connective tissues, is synthesized and arranged in the body.

Osteomalacia

Softening of bones due to calcium depletion; adult rickets.