Which of the Following Is NOT True of the Normal

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of the normal probability distribution?

• A)the graph of the curve is the shape of a bell curve
• B)the total area under the curve is always equal to 1.
• C)approximately 99.7% of the time the random variable assumes a value within plus or minus one standard deviation of its mean
• D)the mean is equal to the median, which is also equal to the mode.
• E)none of the above; all are characteristics

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Definitions:

Innate Human Characteristic

Traits or abilities that are present in humans from birth, not acquired or learned through experience.

Universal

Pertaining to or applicable to all members of a class, group, or category.

Species-specific Trait

A characteristic or behavior that is unique to a particular species, distinguishing it from other species.

Steven Pinker

A cognitive psychologist and linguist known for his work in language and human nature, advocating for the importance of science and reason.