Math Problem Statement

The test scores for the analytical writing section of a particular standardized test can be approximated by a normal distribution. (a) What is the maximum score that can be in the bottom 5% of scores? (b) Between what two values does the middle 90% of scores lie?

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extracted_textThe image contains a question regarding test scores for the analytical writing section, which follow a normal distribution. Here is the problem breakdown:

(a) What is the maximum score that can be in the bottom 5% of scores?

(b) Between what two values does the middle 90% of scores lie?

You are asked to:

  • Find the maximum score for the bottom 5%.
  • Determine the range that covers the middle 90% of scores.

It appears that there is a reference to a normal distribution, but some key values like the mean and standard deviation seem to be missing in the text. To solve these problems, the following steps would be typically required:

  • For part (a), you would look for the z-score corresponding to the 5th percentile in a normal distribution table or calculate it using the inverse cumulative distribution function (z-table).
  • For part (b), the z-scores for the middle 90% (i.e., from the 5th percentile to the 95th percentile) can be used to find the corresponding values in the normal distribution.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Normal Distribution
Percentiles
Z-scores

Formulas

z = (x - μ) / σ
x = μ + zσ

Theorems

Properties of the Normal Distribution

Suitable Grade Level

College Level or Advanced High School (AP Statistics)