A Sample Average Can Be Used to Estimate a Population

question 37

Multiple Choice

A sample average can be used to estimate a population average with greater precision if the sample is

• A) large.
• B) a skewed distribution.
• C) highly variable.
• D) vivid and memorable.

Analyze the effects of tariffs and trade agreements on international trade.

Comprehend the principle of comparative advantage and its application to international trade.

Recognize the factors influencing trade deficits and surpluses, including the role of services and goods.

Identify the opportunity costs associated with trade and how they differ between countries.

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Definitions:

Polyandrous

Referring to a mating system in which a female has multiple male partners at the same time.

Polygynous

A mating system in which a male animal has more than one female mate.

Promiscuous

Engaging in casual and frequent sexual activity with different partners or being indiscriminate in the selection of sexual partners.

Habituation

A psychological learning process wherein there is a decrease in response to a stimulus after being repeatedly exposed to it.