A Density Curve Is A

question 10

Multiple Choice

A density curve is a:

• A) mathematical device that adjusts (equalizes) probability across the range of data.
• B) smooth curve that visually displays the distribution of probability for a continuous random variable.
• C) visual display that shows the gradual transition of probability that is adjusted to equalize a data set.
• D) tool of descriptive statistics that displays only the region of a data set that has a high concentration of readings.

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Definitions:

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