Question

When given a raw score, explain how to use the normal curve to compare that score to the population??? @SolomonZelman

Answer 1

@Venny

Answer 2

you subtract the mean of the data set from the score and then divide by the standard deviation. this is called a z-score

\[z = \frac{x - \mu}{\sigma}\]

and allows you so see where about under the normal curve you are positioned.

Answer 3

@campbell_st THANK YOU!!! Is that all??

Answer 4

thats it.... you could google z-score to get a better explanation...

Answer 5

Thanks, could you help me with a few more?

Answer 6

I can post in this post or a new one!

Answer 7

@campbell_st

Answer 8

if you post them there are plenty of people who can help