Below Is the Standard Deviation for Extreme 10k Finish Times $$s = 0.17 \quad \text { Men: } s = 0.21$$

question 4

Multiple Choice

Below is the standard deviation for extreme 10k finish times for a randomly selected group of women and men. Chose the statement that best summarizes the meaning of the standard deviation.
Women: $$s = 0.17 \quad \text { Men: } s = 0.21$$

• A) The distribution of women's finish times is less varied than the distribution of men's finish times.
• B) On average, men's finish times will be 0.21 hours faster than the overall average finish time.
• C) On average, women's finish times will be 0.17 hours less than men's finish times.
• D) The distribution of men's finish times is less varied than the distribution of women's finish times.

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Definitions:

Regressive Tax

A tax system where the tax rate decreases as the amount subject to taxation increases, often placing a heavier burden on lower-income individuals.

Higher Incomes

Levels of earnings that exceed the average or median income for a particular region or demographic.

Lower Incomes

Lower Incomes refer to the earnings that fall below the average or median income levels within a specific area or population.

Proportional Income Tax

A tax system where the tax rate is constant, regardless of the income level; everyone pays the same percentage of their income.