Scores on an English Test Are Normally Distributed with a Mean

question 38

Multiple Choice

Scores on an English test are normally distributed with a mean of 37.4 and a standard deviation of 7.9. Find the score that separates the top 59% from the bottom 41%

• A) 42.1
• B) 35.6
• C) 39.2
• D) 32.7

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Definitions:

Behavioral Measure

Quantitative assessment of actions or reactions of subjects, often used in psychological and behavioral research.

Scattered

Dispersed or spread out over a wide area.

Beginning

The initial stage or starting point of an event, process, or time period.

Middle

The central point or position that is equidistant from both ends or sides.