Which of the Following Is Not an Example of Descriptive

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an example of descriptive statistics?

• A)a histogram depicting the age distribution for 30 randomly selected students
• B)an estimate of the number of Alaska residents who have visited Canada
• C)a table summarizing the data collected in a sample of new-car buyers
• D)the proportion of mailed-out questionnaires that were returned

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Definitions:

Laboratory Testing

The analysis of blood, urine, or other body fluids or tissues in a controlled environment to diagnose, prevent, or treat diseases.

Psychodynamic

An approach in psychology that emphasizes systematic study of the psychological forces that underlie human behavior, feelings, and emotions and how they might relate to early experiences.

Cognitive-behavioral

Relating to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), a type of psychotherapy that involves modifying dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts through a goal-oriented, systematic approach.

Humanistic-existential

An approach in psychology that emphasizes individuality, free will, and the search for meaning in one’s existence.