The Average Scores of Two Samples Taken from the Same

question 29

Multiple Choice

The average scores of two samples taken from the same population are most likely to differ if

• A) the samples are both small.
• B) the standard deviations of the samples are both small.
• C) the samples differ from each other in size.
• D) the sample means are both similar to the sample medians.

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Definitions:

Dams

Structures built across rivers or streams to control the flow of water for the purposes of water storage, flood prevention, irrigation, and hydroelectric power generation.

Wetlands

Ecosystems characterized by the presence of standing water, which support a diverse range of plant and animal life and provide critical ecological services.

Southern Ontario

A region of the Canadian province of Ontario, located in the southernmost part of the country, known for its dense population and significant industrial activity.

Wetlands

Areas where water covers the soil, either year-round or for varying periods of time throughout the year, including marshes, swamps, and bogs, important for biodiversity and flood control.