Determine whether the given value is a statistic or a parameter. A sample of stu

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Determine whether the given value is a statistic or a parameter. A sample of students is selected and it is found that 40% own a computer. Choose the correct statement below. Statistic because the value is a numerical measurement describing a characteristic of a population. Parameter because the value is a numerical measurement describing a characteristic of a population Parameter because the value is a numerical measurement describing a characteristic of a sample Statistic because the value is a numerical measurement describing a characteristic of a sample.

Explanation / Answer

Option (1) is the correct answer. Because statistic is a measure which describe fraction of the population and its numerical value is variable and known.

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