Statistical Reasoning for Everyday Life (5th Edition)
5th Edition
ISBN: 9780134494043
Author: Jeff Bennett, William L. Briggs, Mario F. Triola
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 8.2, Problem 32E
a.
To determine
Find the
b.
To determine
Find the standard deviation number of TVs for the sample.
c.
To determine
Identify the best estimate for the mean number of TV sets in all American households.
d.
To determine
Obtain the 95% confidence
e.
To determine
Comment on the reliability of the estimate.
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