Based on the Empirical Rule, What Percent of the Observations

question 20

Multiple Choice

Based on the Empirical Rule, what percent of the observations will lie between plus or minus two standard deviations from the mean?

• A) 95%
• B) 5%
• C) 68%
• D) 2.5%

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Definitions:

Gaseous Molecules

Atoms bonded together that exist in the gas phase, characterized by their ability to fill a container of any size or shape.

Greenhouse Gas

A gas that contributes to the greenhouse effect by absorbing infrared radiation, with carbon dioxide and methane being primary examples, leading to global warming and climate change.

Methane

A potent greenhouse gas with a molecular structure of one carbon atom and four hydrogen atoms, significantly influencing climate change.

Upwelling

A process by which deep, cold, nutrient-rich water rises to the surface, often enriching surface waters and supporting high levels of marine productivity.