(a)
To find: that the mean closer to 14, 15 or 16 inches.
(a)
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The mean is nearest to 15 inches. The peak would be around 15, and the spread is generally evenly about this peak (data points are symmetric distributed on both sides of the peak).
(b)
To find: that the standard deviation closer to 1 inch, 3 inches or 5 inches.
(b)
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The standard deviation is nearest to 1 inch. Both 3 inches and 5 inches extend the standard deviation outside of the
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