The Time Required for a Citizen to Complete the 2010

question 59

Multiple Choice

The time required for a citizen to complete the 2010 U.S. Census "long" form is normally distributed with a mean of 40 minutes and a standard deviation of 10 minutes. What proportion of the citizens will require less than one hour?

• A)0.4772
• B)0.9772
• C)0.9974
• D)0.9997

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies brought into play by individuals, groups, or even nations to cope with reality and to maintain self-image.

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual unconsciously replaces unacceptable thoughts or feelings with their opposites.

Pleasure Focus

Orienting attention or actions towards activities or objects that provide a sense of joy, satisfaction, or amusement.

Self-Stimulation

The act of providing stimulation for oneself, often referring to behavior that seeks to activate pleasure centers in the brain.