Extending the Empirical Rule: Finding Percentages within a Normal Distribution

Extending the Empirical Rule: Finding Percentages within a Normal Distribution

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Mathematics, Social Studies

1st - 6th Grade

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This video tutorial explains how to use the empirical rule to find percentages of a population within certain intervals. It reviews the characteristics of a normal distribution and demonstrates how to extend the empirical rule beyond the standard 68%, 95%, and 99.7% intervals. The tutorial includes examples using adult American female heights to illustrate the application of the empirical rule and provides tips for effectively extending the rule.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the significance of symmetry in a normal distribution?

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What tips were provided for extending the empirical rule?

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How do you calculate the percentage of females between 60 inches and 67.5 inches tall?

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