The Normal Distribution Below Reflects a Data Set of Gas

question 3

Multiple Choice

The normal distribution below reflects a data set of gas consumption (in miles per gallon) for a group of trucks. The center is shown at 24 mpg and the standard deviation is 4 mpg. Choose the most accurate statement.

• A)Approximately 68% of all of the trucks miles per gallon is between 20 and 28.
• B)Approximately 99.7% of all of the trucks miles per gallon is between 12 and 36.
• C)The top 2.5% of all of the trucks miles per gallon is greater than 32.
• D)All of the above statements are accurate.

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