A Sample of 16 Students Showed That the Variance in the Number

question 54

Essay

A sample of 16 students showed that the variance in the number of hours they spend studying is 25. At a 5% level of significance, test to see if the variance of the population is significantly different from 30.

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Definitions:

Homo Sapiens

The species of bipedal primates to which modern humans belong, characterized by a brain capable of complex reasoning, language, and the creation of art.

Fossil Record

A chronological collection of life's remains in sedimentary rocks, allowing scientists to understand the evolution of life on Earth.

Duck-Billed Platypuses

A semi-aquatic mammal endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania, unique for its duck-bill, webbed feet, and egg-laying capability.

Mammals

Warm-blooded vertebrate animals with hair or fur, females producing milk for their young.