The Empirical Rule States That the Percentage of Observations in a Data

question 96

Multiple Choice

The Empirical Rule states that the percentage of observations in a data set (providing that the data set has a bell-shaped and symmetric distribution) that fall within one standard deviation of their mean is approximately:

• A)68%
• B)75%
• C)95%
• D)99%

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Definitions:

Argument By Analogy

A form of argument that asserts a conclusion based on a comparison between two similar cases or scenarios.

Similar

Having a resemblance in appearance, character, or quantity, without being identical.

Alike

Similar in nature, appearance, or characteristics; having resemblance or common features.

Inductive Generalization

An inferential method where extensive conclusions are drawn from particular instances.