When the Median Is the Measure of Central Tendency,the ________

question 21

Multiple Choice

When the median is the measure of central tendency,the ________ is the most appropriate and informative measure of dispersion.

• A)standard deviation
• B)interquartile range
• C)range
• D)mean

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Definitions:

Homeostasis

The regulation of an organism's internal environment to maintain stable, constant conditions for life processes.

Fight-or-Flight

A physiological response to perceived harmful events, attacks, or threats to survival, triggering certain bodily functions to either confront or avoid the danger.

Stress Response

The body's reaction to a challenge or demand, characterized by physical, emotional, and mental changes.

Eustress

Positive stress that is beneficial and motivating, as opposed to distress, which is harmful and drains energy.