In a sample of 200 items, 12 items are defective.What is the point estimate of the population proportion that is defective?
A) 12
B) 0.06
C) 16.67
D) 0.12

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The point estimate of the population proportion that is defective is calculated by dividing the number of defective items by the total number of items. Thus, 12 defective items out of 200 gives 12/200 = 0.06.

In a Sample of 200 Items, 12 Items Are Defective