Indicate which student has the higher z score.
A) The art major has a higher score than the theater major.
B) The theater major has a higher score than the art major.
C) Both students have the same score.
D) Neither student received a positive score; therefore, the higher score cannot be determined.

Question

Indicate which student has the higher z score. 
A) The art major has a higher score than the theater major. 
B) The theater major has a higher score than the art major. 
C) Both students have the same score. 
D) Neither student received a positive score; therefore, the higher score cannot be determined.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The z-score for the theater major is 2.33, while the z-score for the art major is -0.58. Since a positive z score indicates a score above the mean, the theater major has a higher score than the art major.

Indicate Which Student Has the Higher Z Score