75th percentile

Big Ideas Math A Bridge To Success Algebra 1: Student Edition 2015
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11. Paula is told that if she scores at the 75th percentile on a certain placement test, she will receive a
scholarship. She scores 82 out of 100 points, so at first she thinks that for sure she got the scholarship. But
then Paula receives a letter explaining that unfortunately she missed the cutoff. Did they make a mistake?
Or can you explain how the letter could be correct?
Transcribed Image Text:11. Paula is told that if she scores at the 75th percentile on a certain placement test, she will receive a scholarship. She scores 82 out of 100 points, so at first she thinks that for sure she got the scholarship. But then Paula receives a letter explaining that unfortunately she missed the cutoff. Did they make a mistake? Or can you explain how the letter could be correct?
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