A summary measure that is computed to describe a characteristic from only a sample of the population is called
A) a parameter.
B) a statistic.
C) the scientific method.
D) a census.

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A summary measure computed from only a sample of the population is called a statistic. A parameter is a summary measure that describes a characteristic of a population, and a census involves collecting data from an entire population, not just a sample. The scientific method refers to a process of inquiry used to test hypotheses and develop scientific knowledge, and is not directly related to summary measures in statistics.

A Summary Measure That Is Computed to Describe a Characteristic