Mathematics · Probability and Statistics
A park ranger asked a random sample of visitors how far they hiked during their visit. Based on the responses, the estimated mean was found to be 4.5 miles, with an associated margin of error of 0.5 miles. Which of the following is the best conclusion from these data?
- 1It is plausible that the mean distance hiked for all visitors is between 4 and 5 miles.✓
- 2It is not possible that any visitor hiked less than 3 miles.
- 3It is likely that most visitors hiked exactly 4.5 miles.
- 4It is likely that all visitors hiked between 4 and 5 miles.
Correct answer
It is plausible that the mean distance hiked for all visitors is between 4 and 5 miles.
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