What Are Outliers? What Problems Can They Create When Calculating

question 22

Essay

What are outliers? What problems can they create when calculating the arithmetic mean? How might this problem be resolved?

---

Definitions:

Retinal Disparity

The slight difference in the visual images that each eye perceives because of the varying angles from which each eye views the world, contributing to depth perception.

Blindsight

A condition in which a person can respond to visual stimuli without consciously perceiving them, often occurring after damage to the primary visual cortex.

Linear Perspective

A technique used in art and photography that creates the illusion of depth and distance by converging parallel lines towards a single point on the horizon.

Phi Phenomenon

An optical illusion that creates the perception of movement when stationary images are displayed in quick succession.