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29 August, 01:59

A summary measure that is computed to describe a characteristic from only a sample of the population is called

A) the scientific method. B) a census.

C) a parameter. D) a statistic.

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  1. 29 August, 02:01
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    D. a statistic.

    Explanation:

    A statistic is a single quantity contained in or computed from a set of data. Unlike a parameter (a characteristic of a population) a statistic is a characteristic or measure of a sample.

    A statistic is a characteristic of a sample. Generally, a statistic is used to estimate the value of a population parameter.
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