For each of the following situations, state whether the parameter of interest is a mean or a
Question:
For each of the following situations, state whether the parameter of interest is a mean or a proportion.
(a) A poll shows that 64% of Americans personally worry a great deal about federal spending and the budget deficit.
(b) A survey reports that local TV news has shown a 17% increase in revenue within a two year period while newspaper revenues decreased by 6.4% during this time period.
(c) In a survey, high school and college students are asked whether or not they use geolocation services on their smart phones.
(d) In a survey, smart phone users are asked whether or not they use a web-based taxi service.
(e) In a survey, smart phone users are asked how many times they used a web-based taxi service over the last year.
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