The Mean of a Population Is 50 and the Median

question 67

Multiple Choice

The mean of a population is 50 and the median is 40. Which histogram is most likely for samples from this population?

• A) Sample A
• B) Sample B.
• C) Sample C.

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Definitions:

One-tailed Hypothesis

A hypothesis that specifies the direction of an expected difference or relationship, testing for the possibility of an effect in one direction only.

Two-tailed Hypothesis

A hypothesis test that considers both directions of effects by investigating the possibility of a relationship in two ways, either greater than or less than.

Valid Hypothesis

A scientifically grounded assertion that can be tested through empirical research or experimentation to be either supported or refuted.

Research Hypothesis

A specific, testable prediction about the expected outcome in a study, often indicating a predicted relationship between variables.