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What types of symbols are used to represent sample statistics? Give an example. What types of symbols are used to represent population parameters? Give an example.
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According to the explanation, Roman letters are used for this purpose. An example of this is the sample mean, which is represented by the symbol $\bar{X}$. Show more…
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