The difference between parametric and nonparametric statistics is based on:
A)the assumption of a normal (Gaussian) distribution of the data.
B)the method used to consider outliers.
C)the assumption that only systematic error is present.
D)the equivalency of the mean, median, and mode.

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Parametric statistics are employed when the assumption of a normal distribution is valid, and nonparametric statistics are employed when the assumption of a normal distribution is not valid.

The Difference Between Parametric and Nonparametric Statistics Is Based On