A Random Sample of N Observations,each of Which Could Be

question 10

Multiple Choice

A random sample of n observations,each of which could be classified into exactly one of k categories,is selected.How many degrees of freedom does a goodness-of-fit-test with specified probabilities have?

• A)k-1
• B)k-2
• C)k-3
• D)k +1

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Definitions:

Population Growth

The increase in the number of individuals in a population, often measured in terms of birth rates, death rates, immigration, and emigration.

Positive Checks

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Infanticide

The act of deliberately causing the death of an infant, often associated with cultural, social, or psychological factors.

Prostitution

The practice of engaging in sexual activity in exchange for payment.