Identify Whether Scores on the Following Variables Would Result in Graphs

question 57

Essay

Identify whether scores on the following variables would result in graphs that are positively skewed (PS) or negatively skewed (NS).
a. Age at retirement __________
b. Weights of marathon runners __________
c. Income of professional athletes __________
d. Self-esteem of celebrities __________
e. Scores of 5th graders on a college entrance exam __________
f. Racing speed of tortoises __________

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Definitions:

Economic Development

Activities and policies aimed at improving the economic well-being and quality of life of a community or country, including job creation, infrastructure improvements, and business support.

Mixed Regime

A form of government that combines elements of democracy, oligarchy, and monarchy, theoretically balancing the principles of freedom, equality, and stability.

Montesquieu

A French political philosopher of the Enlightenment who articulated the theory of separation of powers, a foundation for many modern democratic governments.

Judicial Review

The power of courts to assess whether a law or governmental action is consistent with the Constitution and, if not, to declare it invalid.