The 62% figure is considered a statistic. A statistic is a numerical value that is calculated from a sample of a population. In this case, it represents the percentage of mothers surveyed who feel their kids are safe playing football. If the percentage were calculated from the entire population of mothers of football players, it would be a parameter. However, since it is based on a survey of a subset of that population, it is identified as a statistic.
According to a survey of mothers of football players, 62% feel that their kids are safe playing the sport.
is this a statistic or parameter
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