The fact that the normal distribution is asymptotic to the abscissa means that
A) its curve must be symmetrical
B) its curve must yield both positive and negative values
C) its curve may never touch the abscissa
D) its curve must always touch the abscissa

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Asymptotic means that the curve of the normal distribution may approach the abscissa, but it will never touch it. Therefore, option C is the correct choice. Options A and B are not related to the concept of being asymptotic, and option D is incorrect because the curve does not always touch the abscissa.

The Fact That the Normal Distribution Is Asymptotic to the Abscissa