What is the value of the Pearson coefficient of skewness for a distribution with a mean of 17,a median of 12,and a standard deviation of 6?
A)+2.5
B)−2.5
C)+0.83
D)−0.83

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The Pearson coefficient of skewness is calculated using the formula: (3 * (Mean - Median)) / Standard Deviation. Plugging in the given values: (3 * (17 - 12)) / 6 = (3 * 5) / 6 = 15 / 6 = 2.5. Therefore, the correct answer is +2.5.

What Is the Value of the Pearson Coefficient of Skewness