Find the Mean and Median for Each of the Two

question 16

Essay

Find the mean and median for each of the two samples, then compare the two sets of results.
-The Body Mass Index (BMI) is measured for a random sample of men from two different colleges. Interpret the results by determining whether there is a difference between the two data sets that is not apparent from a comparison of the measures of center. If there is, what is it?
$$\begin{array} { l | c | c | c | c | c | c | c | c } \text { Baxter College } & 24 & 23.5 & 22 & 27 & 25 & 21.5 & 25 & 24 \\\hline \text { Banter College } & 19 & 20 & 24 & 25 & 31 & 18 & 29 & 28\end{array}$$

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Definitions:

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A rapid, automatic response to a stimulus, not requiring the involvement of consciousness, designed to protect the body or facilitate basic functions.

Insight Learning

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A method of learning that occurs through rewards and punishments for behavior, where an association is made between a behavior and a consequence for that behavior.

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