Examples of Random Variables That Closely Follow a Normal Distribution

question 103

True/False

Examples of random variables that closely follow a normal distribution include the age and the class year designation of a college student.

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Definitions:

Zygote

The first cell created from the union of a sperm and an egg cell, signifying the beginning phase of development of an embryo.

Fetus

A developing mammal or human from roughly eight weeks after conception to the moment of birth.

Habituation

The process by which an individual becomes accustomed to a stimulus after repeated exposure, leading to a decrease in response.

Visual Attention

The mental process of focusing attention on a specific element of the surroundings while excluding other aspects.