A Summary Measure That Is Computed to Describe a Characteristic

question 189

Multiple Choice

A summary measure that is computed to describe a characteristic of an entire population is called

• A)a parameter.
• B)an ordered array.
• C)a statistic.
• D)a summary table.

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Definitions:

First Marriages

The initial legally or socially sanctioned union between two individuals as spouses.

Stable

Characterized by consistency, reliability, and a lack of significant change or volatility over time.

Normative Life Events

In the timing-of-events model, commonly expected life experiences that occur at customary times.

Social Clocks

Societal expectations regarding the appropriate timing for major life milestones, such as education, marriage, parenthood, and retirement.