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Question 7 • Concepts in Probability and Statistics

Two students were asked if they liked to read. Is this a good example of a statistical question? Why or why not?

Answer
A
No, this is not a good statistical question because there are a variety of answers that could be given.
B
Yes, this is a good statistical question because a variety of answers are given.
C
No, this is not a good statistical question because there are not a variety of answers that could be given.
D
Yes, this is a good statistical question because there are not a variety of answers that could be given.

Explanation

A statistical question expects answers that may vary from person to person. The two students might both like reading, both dislike it, or give different answers, so this question can produce a variety of responses. Therefore, “Yes, this is a good statistical question because a variety of answers are given” is the best choice.

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