When Is the Median a Better Measure of Central Tendency

question 14

Multiple Choice

When is the median a better measure of central tendency than the mean?

• A)when several of the scores are the same score
• B)when there are a few scores that are much higher or lower than the others
• C)when the scores are normally distributed
• D)none of the above; the mean is always preferred

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Definitions:

Double-Declining-Balance

An accelerated method of depreciation that doubles the straight-line depreciation rate.

Resale Value

The estimated value at which an asset or property can be sold in the future, taking into account depreciation or appreciation.

Equipment

Equipment refers to the necessary items for a particular purpose, especially tools or devices needed for a specific task or activity.

Sum-Of-The-Years-Digits

A depreciation method that results in a more accelerated write-off of an asset than the straight-line method, basing calculations on the sum of the years of the asset’s life.