Question

15 multiple choice 1 point given a mean of 0.5461 and a median of 0.5518, what can you say about the shape of the data? the data is negatively skewed. the data is positively skewed. the data is normal. there is not enough information to say anything about the data.

Explanation:

Step1: Recall skewness rules

If mean < median, data is negatively - skewed. If mean > median, data is positively - skewed. If mean = median, data is normal.

Step2: Compare mean and median

Given mean = 0.5461 and median = 0.5518. Since 0.5461 < 0.5518 (mean < median).

Answer:

The data is negatively skewed.