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The normal curve is symmetric about its mean, μ.
The normal curve is symmetric about its mean, μ.
True
The area under the normal curve to the right of μ equals ______.
The area under the normal curve to the right of μ equals ______.
1/2
The points at x=_______ and x=_______ are the inflection points on the normal curve.
The points at x=_______ and x=_______ are the inflection points on the normal curve.
μ−σ, μ+σ
Could the graph represent a normal density function if it is a bell curve?
Could the graph represent a normal density function if it is a bell curve?
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Could the graph represent a normal density function if it is skewed right?
Could the graph represent a normal density function if it is skewed right?
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The histogram is bell-shaped, indicating that a normal distribution could be used as a model for the variable.
The histogram is bell-shaped, indicating that a normal distribution could be used as a model for the variable.
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Yes, the histogram has the shape of a normal curve, suggesting a normal distribution could be used.
Yes, the histogram has the shape of a normal curve, suggesting a normal distribution could be used.
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The notation zα is the z-score that the area under the standard normal curve to the right of zα is ______.
The notation zα is the z-score that the area under the standard normal curve to the right of zα is ______.
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The sampling distribution of x has mean μx=______ and standard deviation σx=______.
The sampling distribution of x has mean μx=______ and standard deviation σx=______.
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The standard deviation of the sampling distribution of x, denoted σx, is called the _____ ____ of the ____.
The standard deviation of the sampling distribution of x, denoted σx, is called the _____ ____ of the ____.
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The distribution of the sample mean, x, will be normally distributed if the sample is obtained from a population that is normally distributed, regardless of sample size.
The distribution of the sample mean, x, will be normally distributed if the sample is obtained from a population that is normally distributed, regardless of sample size.
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Does the population need to be normally distributed for the sampling distribution of x to be approximately normally distributed? Why?
Does the population need to be normally distributed for the sampling distribution of x to be approximately normally distributed? Why?
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The _____ , denoted p, is given by the formula p= where x is the number of individuals with a specified characteristic in a sample of n individuals.
The _____ , denoted p, is given by the formula p= where x is the number of individuals with a specified characteristic in a sample of n individuals.
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True or False: The population proportion and sample proportion always have the same value.
True or False: The population proportion and sample proportion always have the same value.
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The mean of the sampling distribution of p hat is p.
The mean of the sampling distribution of p hat is p.
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A ________ ________ is the value of a statistic that estimates the value of a parameter.
A ________ ________ is the value of a statistic that estimates the value of a parameter.
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The _______ represents the expected proportion of intervals that will contain the parameter if a large number of different samples of size n is obtained. It is denoted _______.
The _______ represents the expected proportion of intervals that will contain the parameter if a large number of different samples of size n is obtained. It is denoted _______.
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To construct a confidence interval about the mean, the population from which the sample is drawn must be approximately normal.
To construct a confidence interval about the mean, the population from which the sample is drawn must be approximately normal.
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Provide two recommendations for decreasing the margin of error of the interval.
Provide two recommendations for decreasing the margin of error of the interval.
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How does the decrease in confidence affect the sample size required?
How does the decrease in confidence affect the sample size required?
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What effect does doubling the required accuracy have on the sample size?
What effect does doubling the required accuracy have on the sample size?
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How does increasing the level of confidence in the estimate affect sample size? Why is this reasonable?
How does increasing the level of confidence in the estimate affect sample size? Why is this reasonable?
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Explain why the t-distribution has less spread as the number of degrees of freedom increases.
Explain why the t-distribution has less spread as the number of degrees of freedom increases.
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True or false: The chi-square distribution is symmetric.
True or false: The chi-square distribution is symmetric.
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True or false: To construct a confidence interval about a population variance or standard deviation, either the population from which the sample is drawn must be normal, or the sample size must be large.
True or false: To construct a confidence interval about a population variance or standard deviation, either the population from which the sample is drawn must be normal, or the sample size must be large.
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Why are the results from parts (a) and (b) so close?
Why are the results from parts (a) and (b) so close?
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Does the boxplot suggest that there are outliers?
Does the boxplot suggest that there are outliers?
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Verify that the requirements for constructing a confidence interval about p are satisfied.
Verify that the requirements for constructing a confidence interval about p are satisfied.
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Study Notes
Normal Curve Characteristics
- The normal curve is symmetric about its mean, μ; mean, median, and mode are equal.
- Area to the right of μ under the normal curve equals 1/2.
Inflection Points
- Inflection points on the normal curve are located at x = μ - σ and x = μ + σ.
Normal Density Function
- A bell curve graph can represent a normal density function, while a skewed right graph cannot.
Histogram Analysis
- A bell-shaped histogram indicates that a normal distribution is suitable for modeling the variable.
- For phone call lengths, a bell-shaped histogram confirms the use of a normal distribution model.
Sampling Distribution
- The mean of the sampling distribution, μx, equals μ, and the standard deviation, σx, equals σ/sqrt(n).
- Standard deviation of the sampling distribution is called the standard error of the mean.
Distribution Normality
- The sample mean will be normally distributed if the original population is normal, regardless of sample size.
- According to the Central Limit Theorem, sampling distribution of x approaches normality as sample size n increases.
Proportions
- Sample proportion, denoted by p, is calculated as p = x/n, where x is the number of individuals with a characteristic in the sample.
- False statement: The population proportion and sample proportion always have the same value.
Confidence Intervals
- The mean of the sampling distribution of p hat is equal to p.
- The level of confidence quantifies the expected proportion of intervals containing the parameter.
Sample Size and Accuracy
- Increasing the sample size or decreasing the confidence level lowers the margin of error in confidence intervals.
- A decrease in the confidence level reduces the required sample size.
Sample Size Sensitivity
- Doubling the required accuracy nearly quadruples the necessary sample size.
- Increasing the confidence level requires a larger sample size for a fixed margin of error.
T-Distribution Behavior
- T-distribution has less spread as the number of degrees of freedom increases, making results closer to the population standard deviation.
Chi-Square Distribution
- Chi-square distribution is not symmetric; it is skewed to the right.
- To construct a confidence interval for population variance or standard deviation, the sample must come from a normally distributed population.
Boxplot and Outliers
- A boxplot indicates no outliers if all data points are within the 1.5(IQR) boundary.
Confidence Interval Requirements
- To verify that requirements for constructing a confidence interval about p are met, the product np(1-p) must equal or exceed the sample size.
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This quiz focuses on key concepts related to the normal curve in statistics. It covers the properties of the normal distribution, including symmetry, mean, median, and the area under the curve. Perfect for reviewing essential statistical concepts for exams.
