A Sociologist Develops a Test to Measure Attitudes About Public

question 29

Multiple Choice

A sociologist develops a test to measure attitudes about public transportation.She wishes to compute a 95% confidence interval for the mean score on this test.It is believed that the standard deviation for these test scores will be 21.How many people should be given the test in order to achieve a margin of error of 10?

• A)19
• B)20
• C)16
• D)18
• E)17

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Definitions:

Change

The process or act of making or becoming different.

High Conformers

Individuals who tend to adapt their behaviors, beliefs, and attitudes to align closely with the norms or standards of their group or society.

Independently

Acting or making decisions without influence or assistance from others, relying on one's own capabilities.

Cause Conflict

To evoke a disagreement or argument, typically by being the underlying reason or instigator of the discord.