Statistical Techniques in Business and Economics
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ISBN: 9780077639723
Author: Lind
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Chapter 3, Problem 34E
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Find the geometric mean annual increase for the period for public college.
Compute the geometric mean annual increase for the period for private college.
Compare the rates of increase.
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