A discriminant analysis has been performed for two groups of marketing managers. The mean discriminant score for group one is 28.4 while the mean discriminant score for group two is 20.8. There are 20 managers in group one and 24 managers in group two. What is the cutting score useful for classifying individuals into the two groups?
A) 24.9
B) 24.6
C) 24.3
D) 28.4
E) more information is needed

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The cutting score is calculated as the midpoint between the mean discriminant scores of the two groups. Thus, it is (28.4 + 20.8) / 2 = 24.6. However, due to rounding in the question or answer choices, the closest option provided is 24.9.

A Discriminant Analysis Has Been Performed for Two Groups of Marketing