MR.D.ND.A.1

Use the mean and standard deviation of a data set to fit it to a normal distribution and to estimate population percentages. Recognize that there are data sets for which such a procedure is not appropriate. Use calculators, spreadsheets, and tables to estimate areas under the normal curve.

Example Problems
A running club recorded a sample of 4 training runs. Here are the distances (in miles):


The mean of these distances is
.

What is the
standard deviation, ?
Round your answer to
two decimal places.
A tutor recorded quiz scores for a sample of 7 students. Here are the scores (in points):


The mean of these scores is
.

What is the
standard deviation, ?
Round your answer to
two decimal places.
A veterinarian weighed a sample of 6 puppies. Here are their weights (in kilograms):


The mean of these weights is
kg.

What is the
standard deviation, ?
Round your answer to
two decimal places.
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