You Have a Score of X = 75 on a Statistics

question 57

Multiple Choice

You have a score of X = 75 on a statistics exam.The mean score for the class on the exam is μ = 70.Which of the following values for the standard deviation would give you the highest position within the class?​

• A)​σ = 1
• B)​σ = 5
• C)​σ = 10
• D)​σ = 12

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Definitions:

Standardized Test

A test administered and scored in a consistent manner to ensure reliability and validity across different test takers.

Research Hypothesis

The hypothesis that the variables under investigation are related in the population—that the observed effect based on sample data is true in the population.

Inferential Statistics

A branch of statistics that allows us to make predictions or inferences about a population based on data collected from a sample.

Conclusions

The end judgments or determinations reached after considering all the relevant facts and evidence.