The Weights (In Ounces) of a Sample of Tomatoes of a Particular

question 16

Multiple Choice

The weights (in ounces) of a sample of tomatoes of a particular variety are summarized in the boxplot below.Based on the boxplot, is a large sample necessary to conduct a hypothesis test about the mean weight? If so,why?

• A) Yes; data contain outliers.
• B) Yes; data do not appear to be normally distributed but skewed left.
• C) Yes; data do not appear to be normally distributed but skewed right.
• D) No; data appear to be normally distributed with no outliers.

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Definitions:

Island Arc

A curved chain of volcanic islands located at a tectonic plate margin, typically formed above a subducting plate.

Mid-Ocean Ridge

An underwater mountain range, formed by plate tectonics, featuring peaks separated by valleys with a central rift valley that forms at divergent plate boundaries.

Subduction

A geologic process where one tectonic plate moves under another, sinking into the earth's mantle.

Caldera

A vast crater on a volcano, often resulting from a major eruption and subsequent collapse of the volcano's opening.