If we know that men\'s heights are normally distributed, and the average height

Question

If we know that men's heights are normally distributed, and the average height is 1.7 meters, we can say with certainty that _______________ of all men are _______________ (and ______________ of all men are ___________________).

Multiple Choice

half; shorter than 1.7 meters; half; taller than 1.7 meters

greater than half; shorter than 1.7 meters; greater than half; taller than 1.7 meters

greater than half; shorter than 1.7 meters; less than half; taller than 1.7 meters

less than half; shorter than 1.7 meters; greater than half; taller than 1.7 meters

Explanation / Answer

As it is normally distributed it means 50 % population is below mean and 50 % population above mean

so correct answer for this question is

half; shorter than 1.7 meters; half; taller than 1.7 meters

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