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

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The 25th percentile divides the lowest 25% of data from the rest; thus, 75% of the distribution is above it.

Which of the Following Statements Is Correct for a Continuous