Identify Whether the Number Described Is a Parameter or a Statistic

question 126

Multiple Choice

Identify whether the number described is a parameter or a statistic.
-The average height of American women is 63.8".

• A) Statistic
• B) Parameter

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Definitions:

Probability Sample

A sampling method in which every member of the population has a known and non-zero chance of being selected.

Experimental Research

A research methodology that tests hypotheses and establishes cause-and-effect relationships through controlled testing and observation.

Social Sciences

Social sciences are a group of academic disciplines that study societies and the relationships among individuals within those societies, including subjects like sociology, psychology, and economics.

Participant Observation

A research method used in social sciences where the researcher immerses themselves in the community or group being studied to observe behaviors and interactions directly.