Having discovered an extreme score in a sample of scores,the first thing to do is to
A)discard the score.
B)make sure the score was not recorded in error.
C)perform a log transformation.
D)perform an inverse transformation.

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Before discarding the extreme score, it is necessary to verify whether it was recorded in error or not. It is possible that the score was a result of a mistake in recording or entering the data. Therefore, conducting a check on the extreme score is important to ensure it is not a data entry error or mistake.

Having Discovered an Extreme Score in a Sample of Scores,the