Which of the following choices requires inferential statistics?
A) Determining the class average on an exam
B) Determining whether the exam scores of one fourth-grade classroom reflect how all fourth-graders would score
C) Identifying the most common grade on a test
D) Calculating the difference between pre-test and post-test scores after administration of a specialized learning module

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Option B requires inferential statistics as it involves making inferences or generalizations about a larger population based on data from a smaller sample (one fourth-grade classroom). The other options involve descriptive statistics or basic calculations without inference.

Which of the Following Choices Requires Inferential Statistics