A Market Researcher Is Interested in Determining the Average Income

question 56

Multiple Choice

A market researcher is interested in determining the average income for families in Duval County, Florida. To accomplish this, she takes a random sample of 400 families from the county and uses the data gathered from them to estimate the average income for families of the entire county. This process is an example of ___.

• A) categorical data
• B) quantitative data
• C) descriptive statistics
• D) inferential statistics
• E) census

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Definitions:

High-income

Refers to individuals or households that earn significantly above the average income level.

Child Support

Financial contributions required by law or court order to be paid by a non-custodial parent to support their children's upbringing.

Abuse Charges

Legal accusations involving the improper treatment or harm of another, encompassing physical, sexual, emotional, or psychological mistreatment.

Economic Support

Financial assistance provided to individuals or groups to help with living expenses, often from family, government, or charities.