Normal Distribution Homework: Find/Determine Grades of 2 Students

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The discussion revolves around solving a statistics homework problem involving normal distribution, where the mean is 78 and the standard deviation is 10. Participants are tasked with finding the standard scores for two students with grades of 93 and 62, and determining the grades for standard scores of -0.6 and 1.2. One user expresses difficulty in understanding standard scores and seeks assistance after attempting to calculate Z-scores but feeling stuck. Responses suggest reviewing textbooks and course materials for clarity on standard scores. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by students in grasping statistical concepts.
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Homework Statement



Question - On a statistics examination, the mean was 78 and the standard deviation was 10. (assume normal distribution).

a) Find the standard scores of two students whose grades were 93 and 62, respectively.

b) Determine the grades of two students whose standard scores were -0.6 and 1.2, respectively.

Informations given :

μ = 78
s = 10

***can you guys help me solving this simple questions seems I really weak in this chapter. Thanks.



Homework Equations



P (\frac{L-μ}{σ} < Z < \frac{U-μ}{σ})



The Attempt at a Solution



So far, I've done half way (I don't know whether is it correct or wrong).

P (L < x < U)
P (\frac{L-μ}{σ} &lt; Z &lt; \frac{U-μ}{σ})
P (\frac{62-78}{10} &lt; Z &lt; \frac{93-78}{10})
P (-1.6 < Z < 1.5)

And then, need to draw normal distribution graph. ***I stuck here after find the interval Z values by reading normal distribution table***

Can someone check my answer or perhaps may help me for all the solutions.

Thanks.

***Sorry for my bad language***:rolleyes:
 
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emKhairol said:

Homework Statement



Question - On a statistics examination, the mean was 78 and the standard deviation was 10. (assume normal distribution).

a) Find the standard scores of two students whose grades were 93 and 62, respectively.

b) Determine the grades of two students whose standard scores were -0.6 and 1.2, respectively.

Informations given :

μ = 78
s = 10

***can you guys help me solving this simple questions seems I really weak in this chapter. Thanks.



Homework Equations



P (\frac{L-μ}{σ} &lt; Z &lt; \frac{U-μ}{σ})



The Attempt at a Solution



So far, I've done half way (I don't know whether is it correct or wrong).

P (L < x < U)
P (\frac{L-μ}{σ} &lt; Z &lt; \frac{U-μ}{σ})
P (\frac{62-78}{10} &lt; Z &lt; \frac{93-78}{10})
P (-1.6 < Z < 1.5)

And then, need to draw normal distribution graph. ***I stuck here after find the interval Z values by reading normal distribution table***

Can someone check my answer or perhaps may help me for all the solutions.

Thanks.

***Sorry for my bad language***:rolleyes:

It appears that you do not know what a standard score is. I suggest you look in your textbook or course notes, or that you Google 'standard score'.

RGV
 
Ray Vickson said:
It appears that you do not know what a standard score is. I suggest you look in your textbook or course notes, or that you Google 'standard score'.

RGV

Thanks for your response. I already refer to the textbooks, notes, and even slides but I still can't catch up with what I learn. :cry:
 
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