Which of the following statements is correct for a continuous variable?
A) The proportion of the distribution below the 25th percentile is 75%.
B) The proportion of the distribution below the second quartile is 50%.
C) The proportion of the distribution between the first quartile and 75th percentile is 75%.
D) The proportion of the distribution between the second quartile and 50th percentile is 50%.
E) The proportion of the distribution between the third quartile and 75th percentile is 25%.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The second quartile, also known as the median, divides the distribution into two equal parts, so 50% of the distribution is below it.

Which of the Following Statements Is Correct for a Continuous