A Characteristic, Usually a Numerical Value, That Describes a Sample

question 23

Multiple Choice

A characteristic, usually a numerical value, that describes a sample is called a _______.

• A)parameter
• B)statistic
• C)variable
• D)constant

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Definitions:

Patriarchal Assumptions

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Western Philosophy

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