If the Graph of a Distribution of Data Shows That

question 35

Multiple Choice

If the graph of a distribution of data shows that the graph is symmetric then the

• A) Mean is a better measure of central tendency
• B) Median is a better measure of central tendency
• C) Mode is a better measure of central tendency
• D) Midrange is a better measure of central tendency

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Definitions:

Isotonic

A solution that has the same osmotic pressure as the fluids in a cell or body, resulting in no net movement of water across cell membranes.

Selectively Permeable

A property of cellular membranes that allows certain molecules or ions to pass through it by means of active or passive transport, while preventing others.

Osmosis

The passive movement of water molecules through a semi-permeable membrane from an area of low solute concentration to an area of high solute concentration.

Simple Diffusion

A process whereby molecules move from an area of higher concentration to one of lower concentration without the need for energy input.