The Distribution of Gas Consumption for SUVs Driving on Flat

question 22

Multiple Choice

The distribution of gas consumption for SUVs driving on flat highways is approximately Normal with a center of 24.8 mpg and a standard deviation of 5 mpg. Which one of the following statements would explain a larger spread of the normal distribution?

• A)The standard deviation was 7.5 mpg.
• B)The standard deviation was 2.5 mpg.
• C)The center of the distribution is greater than 24.8 mpg.
• D)The center of the distribution is less than 24.8 mpg.

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