The Total Number of People Who Have Ever Lived Is

question 17

Multiple Choice

The total number of people who have ever lived is probably about:

• A) 10 billion.
• B) 30 billion.
• C) 60 billion.
• D) 90 billion.

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Definitions:

Descriptive Statistics

The branch of statistics that deals with the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of masses of numerical data.

Statistical Analyses

The process of applying statistical techniques to describe, explore, and infer relationships within data.

17th Century

The period in history spanning from 1601 to 1700, often noted for major developments in science, mathematics, and philosophy.

Inferential Statistics

A branch of statistics that uses a sample of data to make inferences or predictions about a population.