The Mean Is Calculated By

question 5

Multiple Choice

The mean is calculated by:

• A) determining the midpoint of the scores in the data set, such that half fall above the mean and half fall below.
• B) summing all of the scores in a data set and then dividing by the total number of scores.
• C) subtracting the lowest score from the highest score in the data set.
• D) determining the most common score in a data set.

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Definitions:

Median

The middle value or number in a set of data when it is ordered in ascending or descending order.

Radial

relates to the radius bone or the radial artery, often referring to structures extending like a radius from a center.

Ulnar

Pertaining to the ulna, one of the two long bones in the forearm, on the side opposite the thumb.

Autonomic Motor Reflexes

Involuntary actions mediated by the autonomic nervous system, controlling bodily functions not consciously directed, like heart rate and digestion.