Question

question 3 of 10
the average heights of four samples taken from a population of students are shown in the table. which of these is most likely closest to the average height of the population?
sample size | average height (inches)
10 | 61
20 | 52
30 | 55
40 | 57
a. 61
b. 57
c. 52
d. 55

Explanation:

Step1: Recall sampling principle

Larger samples better reflect population.

Step2: Identify largest sample

Largest sample size = 40, avg height = 57.

Answer:

B. 57