The distribution of heights of young women aged 18 to 24 is approximately normal with a mean of 64.5 inches and a standard deviation of 2.5 inches. Between what two heights do the middle 95% of women fall?
a.64.5 inches to 67 inches

b.62 inches to 67 inches

c.62 inches to 64.5 inches

d.59.5 inches to 69.5 inches

Question

The distribution of heights of young women aged 18 to 24 is approximately normal with a mean of 64.5 inches and a standard deviation of 2.5 inches.  Between what two heights do the middle 95% of women fall? 
a.64.5 inches to 67 inches

		
b.62 inches to 67 inches

		
c.62 inches to 64.5 inches

		
d.59.5 inches to 69.5 inches

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