The Weight Losses for Participants in a Large Exercise and Diet

question 42

Multiple Choice

The weight losses for participants in a large exercise and diet study vary according to a Normal distribution with mean 14.5 pounds and standard deviation 3 pounds.
The median amount of weight lost for the participants in this study is:

• A) 11.5 pounds.
• B) 14.5 pounds.
• C) 17.5 pounds.
• D) between 11.5 and 17.5 pounds, but can't be more specific.
• E) greater than 14.5 pounds, but can't be more specific.

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