The average time in years to get an undergraduate degree in computer science was compared for men and women. Random samples of 100 male computer science majors and 100 female computer science majors were taken. Choose the appropriate parameter(s) for this situation.
A) P
B) $p_1$-$p_2$
C) $µ$
D) $µ_1$-$µ_2$

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The appropriate parameter is $µ_1$-$µ_2$ because the question involves comparing the average (mean) time to get an undergraduate degree between two groups (men and women), which is a difference in means scenario.

The Average Time in Years to Get an Undergraduate Degree p1p_1p1​

The Average Time in Years to Get an Undergraduate Degree $p_1$