The Average Number of Units Earned Per Semester by College

question 27

Multiple Choice

The average number of units earned per semester by college students is suspected to be rising. A researcher at Calendula College wishes to estimate the number of units earned by students during the spring semester at Calendula. To do so, he randomly selects 100 student transcripts and records the number of units each student earned in the spring term. Identify the variable of interest to the researcher.

• A) The number of students enrolled at Calendula College during the spring term
• B) The average indebtedness of Calendula College students enrolled in the spring
• C) The age of Calendula College students enrolled in the spring
• D) The number of units earned by Calendula College students during the spring term

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Definitions:

American Public

The population or societal group of the United States, often referenced in discussions of public opinion, policy, and social issues.

Percentage

A portion, share, or rate expressed as a fraction of 100, used to compare parts of a whole.

Political Efficacy

Political efficacy refers to the belief or confidence of citizens in their power to influence political processes and effect change through their actions and participation.

Decreased

A reduction in size, quantity, or intensity of a particular thing or phenomenon.