Multiple choice

Directions: State whether the given statement is true or false.

When the value of γ2 is 'O', the curve formed from the given distribution is leptokurtic.

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

When the coefficient of kurtosis (γ₂) equals zero, the distribution is mesokurtic, which resembles a normal distribution. A leptokurtic curve occurs when γ₂ > 0, indicating more concentration around the mean with heavier tails.

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