If the arithmetic mean of a sample is 20 and median is 22, the distribution is likely: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

If the arithmetic mean of a sample is 20 and median is 22, the distribution is likely:
A. Normal
B. Positively skewed
C. Negatively skewed
D. Symmetric
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Mean < Median suggests negative skewness (left-skewed).

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Perinatal Mortality Rate combines:
A. Neonatal and post-neonatal deaths
B. Maternal and infant deaths
C. Deaths from congenital anomalies only
D. Late fetal deaths (stillbirths ≥28 weeks) and early neonatal deaths (0-6 days)

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Perinatal mortality, as defined by WHO, includes stillbirths from 28 weeks gestation and deaths in the first week of life, capturing risks around the time of birth for comprehensive assessment.

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Question #2
Given P(A)=0.5, P(B)=0.3, P(A∩B)=0.1. Are A and B independent?
A. No, because 0.1 ≠ 0.15
B. Cannot determine
C. Yes, because they are mutually exclusive
D. Yes, because P(A∩B)=P(A)P(B)

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
P(A)P(B)=0.5×0.3=0.15 ≠ 0.1, so not independent.

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Life expectancy at birth in India (2014-18) is approximately:
A. 65 years
B. 60 years
C. 72 years
D. 69 years

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
As per SRS 2014-18, life expectancy at birth was 69 years (male 68.2, female 70.7).

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