The ______ May Be Defined as ______

question 38

Multiple Choice

The ______ may be defined as ______.

• A) mode; the mathematical average
• B) mean; the score that splits a distribution into two equal halves
• C) median; the mathematical average
• D) mode; the most frequently occurring score in a distribution

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Definitions:

The Abdomen

The part of the body between the thorax (chest) and pelvis, in humans and in other vertebrates, housing major digestive organs.

Extra Weight

Additional body mass that may come from fat, muscle, bone, and/or water retention, potentially impacting health.

Cholesterol

A waxy, fat-like substance found in all cells of the body, which is essential for the production of hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help digest foods.

Cardiovascular Disease

A group of conditions affecting the heart or the blood vessels, including issues like coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, and cerebrovascular accidents.