If a Normally Distributed Group of Test Scores Have a Mean

question 43

Multiple Choice

If a normally distributed group of test scores have a mean of 70 and a standard deviation of 12, find the percentage of scores that will fall below 50.

• A) 6.75%
• B) 35.54%
• C) 45.25%
• D) 4.75%

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Definitions:

Foot-In-The-Door Technique

A persuasion strategy that involves getting a person to agree to a small request as a precursor to getting them to accede to a larger request.

Fundamental Attribution Error

A cognitive bias that involves overemphasizing personality-based explanations for behaviors observed in others while underestimating situational explanations.

Urban Ethnic Neighbourhoods

Areas within cities that are predominantly inhabited by members of the same ethnic or cultural group, often retaining distinctive cultural traits.

Lowball Technique

A persuasive strategy where a more attractive offer is initially presented to get an agreement, then terms are made less favorable.