Based on the Applications to the Analysis of Social Problems

question 99

Multiple Choice

Based on the Applications to the Analysis of Social Problems section of Chapter 4,the formula referred to in question 1 above would most likely be used with

• A)a normal distribution.
• B)a positively skewed distribution.
• C)a negatively skewed distribution.
• D)both a and b
• E)both b and c

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Definitions:

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A therapeutic approach that aims to change patterns of thinking or behavior that are behind people’s difficulties, and so change the way they feel.

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