The nurse researcher finds that the data include a score reported to be in the 75th percentile.How should the researcher interpret this?
A) The score is at the median.
B) The score has exceeded the mode.
C) The score is exceeded by only 25% of the cases.
D) The score represents the average of all scores measured at this time.

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Correct C: The score of 75% is exceeded by only 25% of the cases.
Incorrect A: You cannot conclude this based on the data provided.
Incorrect B: You cannot conclude this based on the data provided.
Incorrect D: This is not a logical Answerwer.

The Nurse Researcher Finds That the Data Include a Score