During July 2007, the National Association of Colleges and Employers reported an increase in the average starting salaries of trades related to engineering.Offers to students awarded a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering rose 5.4% to an average of $59,361, and starting salaries for students awarded a bachelor's degree in computer engineering rose 4.8% to an average of $56,201.The numbers in this case are an example of:
A) relative frequency and probability.
B) summary statistics.
C) probability and odds.
D) statistical likelihood and inference.

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The numbers given in the statement represent summary statistics, specifically the average starting salaries for bachelor's degree holders in chemical engineering and computer engineering. There is no mention of probability, odds, or inference.