1. Identify the population and the sample in thefollowing study. A study of 254

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Question

1. Identify the population and the sample in thefollowing study.

A study of 254 patients with sleep disorders was conducted tofind a link

between obesity and sleep disorders.

2. Determine whether the numerical value is aparameter or a statistic.

(a) In a survey of a sample of parents, 53% said they protecttheir children

from sun exposure using sunscreen. (Source: Morbidity andMortality

Weekly Report)

(b) In a union’s vote, 67% of all union members voted toratify a contract

proposal.

3. Determine whether the data are qualitative orquantitative.

(a) A database ofstudent identification

2. a) statistic b) parameter 3. a) unclear, probably qualitative

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