Two Business Major Students, in Two Different Sections of Economics

question 5

Multiple Choice

Two business major students, in two different sections of economics, were comparing test scores.
The following gives the students' scores, class mean, and standard deviation for each section.
(i. The student from Section 2 scored better compared to the rest of their section.
(ii. The z-score of the student from section 1 is 1.28.
(iii) The z-score of the student from section 2 is 1.87.

• A) (i), (ii), and (iii) are all correct statements.
• B) (i) is a correct statement but not (ii) or (iii).
• C) (i) and (iii) are correct statements but not (ii).
• D) (i) and (ii) are correct statements but not (iii).
• E) (ii) and (iii) are correct statements but not (i).

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Definitions:

Blanket Statement

A generalization that is broad and overlooks exceptions or variability.

Fallacy

A mistake in logic that makes an argument incorrect or deceptive.

Accident

The fallacy of applying a generalization to a special case in disregard of qualities or circumstances that make it an exception to the generalization.

General

Relating to or involving all or most people, things, or places, especially without specifying details.