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Create one symmetrical (normal) and one asymmetrical set of data, and explain why each fit the definition. + Knowing the type of distribution and the skewness of the data, is it possible to draw conclusions about the mean and the median? + Why would it be best to use particular measures of center and spread if the data is symmetrical or asymmetrical? + What measures would you use in each case?

YRNDurk:

If the data is symmetrical, then the mean is the best measure of central tendency to use, and the standard deviation is the best spread to use.

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