Definition of Statistics Terms

Question

Read the following passage, and identify the underlined words:

The researchers tested 50 students chosen at random who had taken calculus in high school, and determined their math SAT scores. The average score was 600. According to the College Board, the average math SAT score for all students was 480. The researchers conclude that students who take calculus are better prepared for the math SAT test.

Please select the single best answer

statistic

sample

parameter

population

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