A data set with a mean of 60 has a standard deviation of 4.5.

A data set with a mean of 60 has a standard deviation of 4.5. Which of the following is the smallest number that falls within one standard deviation of the mean?

Quiz

Answer/Solution

55

Steps/Work

One standard deviation of the mean is from{mean}-{deviation}=60-4.5=55.5 to{mean}+{deviation}=60+4.5=64.5. The smallest number within this range from the options is 55.
Answer: A.
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