A Numerical Measure from a Population, Such as a Population

question 63

Multiple Choice

A numerical measure from a population, such as a population mean, is called _____.

• A) a statistic
• B) a parameter
• C) a sample
• D) the mean deviation

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Definitions:

Unemployment Rate

The rate of unemployment among people actively looking for work in the labor force.

Discouraged Workers

Individuals who are not actively looking for work because they believe no jobs are available for them or there are no positions for which they qualify.

Underemployed Workers

Individuals working less than they would like to or in positions that do not utilize their skills or education level.

Labor Force

The total number of people employed or seeking employment in a country or region.