Which of the following is the most useful descriptive statistic for measuring dispersion?

a. range
b. variance
c. mean deviation
d. standard deviation


D

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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According to the text, what is happening to the "double standard" regarding acceptable male and female sexual behavior?

a. The double standared has undergone a complete reversal due to the feminist movement. b. The double standard remains about the same as it was 50 years ago. c. The double standard is undergoing a slow death with its end nearly in sight. d. The double standard is responsible for the major backlash in the sexual revolution.

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