The Following Are the Ratings (0 to 4) Given by 12

question 55

Multiple Choice

The following are the ratings (0 to 4) given by 12 individuals for two possible new flavors of soft drinks. Wilcoxon rank-sum is to be used. What is W, if flavor #1 is identified as population 1?

• A) 153
• B) 156
• C) 144
• D) 139

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Definitions:

Unified

Being made or considered as a whole, typically in a context where there was previously division or separation.

Interdependencies

The mutual reliance between parts of an organization, processes, or systems, where each part influences or relies on the others.

Asymmetric

Lacking symmetry or balance, often used to describe uneven power distribution or relationships.

Interdependence

A relationship between two or more entities where each is mutually dependent on the others, illustrating a complex system of relationships and reliance.