Which Measure of Central Tendency Is Most Appropriate for Use

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which measure of central tendency is most appropriate for use with a very positively skewed distribution?

• A) Mode
• B) Median
• C) Mean
• D) All are equally appropriate

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Definitions:

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