A study was conducted about the number of miles that a sample of automobiles in New York City drive

Question

within a year. The sample was taken in front of an apartment complex and included 20 taxicab drivers
and 40 of the building's residents. Which is a reasonable explanation for the large gap in the
histogram?
(1 point)
a. The histogram includes data from a random sample which produces a normal distribution.
b. The histogram includes mileage amounts from residents throughout New York City.
c. The histogram includes data from a voluntary response sample which is not representative of the population.
d. The histogram is missing data from those that take the subway.

Answer 1

The most reasonable explanation for the large gap in the histogram is:

c. The histogram includes data from a voluntary response sample which is not representative of the population.

This option suggests that the sample may not accurately reflect the broader population of all drivers in New York City, leading to a potential bias in the data that could create noticeable gaps in the histogram. The inclusion of taxicab drivers (who typically drive much more) alongside residents (who may drive less or not at all) could also contribute to this disparity.