Math Problem Statement
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The standard deviation of a distribution is given as 4. To make the distribution mesokurtic, with a kurtosis value of 3, what should be the value of the 4th central moment that will ensure that the distribution is mesokurtic
a 768
b 3
C 786
d Higher than 786.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Probability and Statistics
Central Moments
Kurtosis
Formulas
Kurtosis formula: kurtosis = μ_4 / σ^4
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Advanced Statistics
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