How Is the Median Defined If the Number of Observations

question 38

Multiple Choice

How is the median defined if the number of observations is even?

• A) the average of the two middle observations
• B) the difference between the two middle observations
• C) the most frequent observation
• D) the difference between the highest and smallest observation

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Definitions:

Appropriate Behavior

Actions or conduct that are considered suitable, acceptable, or proper in a particular context or society, often guided by social norms and cultural values.

Praise

The expression of approval or admiration for someone or something, often used to encourage positive behavior or outcomes.

Secondary Reinforcers

Stimuli that acquire their reinforcing properties through their association with primary reinforcers, such as money being valuable due to its ability to purchase food (a primary reinforcer).

Delayed Reinforcers

A reward that does not immediately follow the desired behavior, which can still effectively modify behavior over time.