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When an arithmetic average is reported in the news,it is most important for readers to

A) determine whether it is statistically significant.
B) consider whether it is distorted by a few extreme cases.
C) be sure that it represents a standard deviation.
D) assume that it is the midpoint of a normal curve.

Arithmetic Average

The sum of a collection of numbers divided by the count of numbers in the collection, commonly known as the mean.

Extreme Cases

Situations or examples that are highly unusual or atypical, often used to test the limits of theories or understanding.

  • Identify the necessity of including exceptional values in the interpretation of data.
  • Appreciate the significance of statistical significance in reported averages.
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