Suppose You Determined That the Mean IQ of a Population

question 5

Multiple Choice

Suppose you determined that the mean IQ of a population is 100. What name is given to this piece of information?

• A) Estimate
• B) Prediction
• C) Parameter
• D) Statistic

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Definitions:

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder where people feel the need to check things repeatedly, perform certain routines repeatedly, or have certain thoughts repeatedly.

Impulsively

Acting without forethought or consideration of the consequences.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

A range of developmental disorders characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication.

Diagnosis Increase

Refers to the rise in the number of cases identified or diagnosed, which may be due to better awareness, improved diagnostic methods, or an actual increase in incidence.