The Average Age in a Sample of 190 Students at City

question 47

Multiple Choice

The average age in a sample of 190 students at City College is 22. As a result of this sample, it can be concluded that the average age of all the students at City College

• A)must be more than 22, since the population is always larger than the sample
• B)must be less than 22, since the sample is only a part of the population
• C)could not be 22
• D)could be larger, smaller, or equal to 22

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Definitions:

Conformity

Conformity is the act of adjusting one's behaviors or beliefs to align with the norms or standards of a group or society.

Groupthink

A psychological phenomenon occurring within a group of people, where the desire for harmony or conformity in the group results in an irrational or dysfunctional decision-making outcome.

Cohesiveness

The degree to which members of a group or team are united in pursuing common goals and how connected they feel to the group.

Collectivism

A cultural or social perspective that emphasizes the importance of the group over individual interests or identities.