An Outlier in a Data Set May Have a Simple

question 28

True/False

An outlier in a data set may have a simple explanation such as a scale was not working properly or
the researcher inverted the digits of a number when recording a measurement.

Interpret z-scores in different real-life contexts, including sports, nutrition, and academics.

Calculate z-scores from given data in various scenarios.

Apply knowledge of normal distribution and standard deviations to compare performances across different activities or measurements.

Determine the effects of changes in data (such as increases or decreases in means or standard deviations) on summary statistics.

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Definitions:

Activation Synthesis Model

A theory in neuroscience that proposes dreams result from the brain's attempt to make sense of random neural activity during REM sleep.

Dreaming

A series of thoughts, images, and sensations occurring in a person's mind during sleep.

Sleepwalking

A sleep disorder causing people to get up and walk around while in a state of sleep.

EEG

Short for electroencephalogram, a test that measures electrical activity in the brain and is used in the diagnosis of neurological conditions.