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    Normal Distribution Magsino, R. V. (2020) - Statistics and Probability Learner's Material

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    This document provides information about calculating z-scores and percentiles in a normal distribution. It defines what a z-score and percentile are, and provides the formulas and steps to calculate each. It includes an example of calculating the z-score when given data values, and explains how to find the percentile value on the normal curve corresponding to a given percentage. The attachment includes more examples and activities for learners to practice calculating z-scores and percentiles.

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    This document provides information about calculating z-scores and percentiles in a normal distribution. It defines what a z-score and percentile are, and provides the formulas and steps to calculate each. It includes an example of calculating the z-score when given data values, and explains how to find the percentile value on the normal curve corresponding to a given percentage. The attachment includes more examples and activities for learners to practice calculating z-scores and percentiles.

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    This document provides information about calculating z-scores and percentiles in a normal distribution. It defines what a z-score and percentile are, and provides the formulas and steps to calculate each. It includes an example of calculating the z-score when given data values, and explains how to find the percentile value on the normal curve corresponding to a given percentage. The attachment includes more examples and activities for learners to practice calculating z-scores and percentiles.

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    Normal Distribution Magsino, R. V. (2020) - Statistics and Probability Learner's Material

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    This document provides information about calculating z-scores and percentiles in a normal distribution. It defines what a z-score and percentile are, and provides the formulas and steps to calculate each. It includes an example of calculating the z-score when given data values, and explains how to find the percentile value on the normal curve corresponding to a given percentage. The attachment includes more examples and activities for learners to practice calculating z-scores and percentiles.

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    Title of Activity: Z-Score and Percentaile

    Learning Objective/s: Learner is able to find the z-score and percentile in a


    normal distribution
    References (Author, Title, Pages): Magsino, R. V. (2020). Statistics and
    Probability Learner’s Material.
    The Z- Score
    The z-score is an essential component in standard normal distribution. This allows us to
    describe a given set of data by finding the z-scores. Given a normal random variable X with mean (µ)
    and standrad deviation ( 𝜎 ), each value of x of the variable can be transformed into z-scores using the
    formula.
    𝑥−𝜇
    𝑧= 𝜎
    Where z = z- score or standard score
    X = observed value
    𝜇 = mean
    𝜎 = standard deviation
    To illustrate how the value of x can be converted in z-score, here are some example
    A random variable X has a mean of 6 and a standard deviation of 2. Find the corresponding z-score for
    x = 11.
    Given: x = 11 , µ = 6 , 𝜎 = 2
    𝑥−𝜇
    Solution: Step 1: Write the formula 𝑧= 𝜎
    11−6
    Step 2: Substitue the given value 𝑧= 2
    Step 3: Write the corresponding z-score z = 2.5
    The Percentile
    A percentile is a measure used in statistics indicating the value below which a given percentage
    of observations in a group of observations fall.
    Imagine you took a standardized test and you scored 91 at the 89th percentile. This means that
    89% of the examiners scored lower than 91 and 11% scored higher than 91. This explains that 89th
    percentile is located where 89% of the total population lies below and 11% lies above that point. To
    illustrate the 89th percentile of the normal curve here are the steps:
    1. Express the given percentage as probability, remember 89% is the same as 0.8900.
    2. Using the z-table (Cumulative Distribution Function (CDF) of the Standard Normal Curve), locate the
    area of 0.8900.
    3. There is no area corresponding exactly to 0.8900. It is between of 0.8888 with a corresponding z -
    score of 1.22 and 0.8907 with a corresponding z - score of 1.23. The nearest value to 0.8900 is 0.8888
    and therefore, the distribution lies below z = 1.22.
    4. Construct a normal curve and shade the region to the left of 1.22.

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    Activity 1
    Directions: Make a sketch for each of the 3 areas under the normal curve as stated in
    the empirical rule. Using a mosaic art, shade the area that corresponds to the area
    under the normal curve. You may use eggshells, old magazines, dried leaves or any
    materials available at home.
    Activity 2
    Complete the table by converting the given values into z-scores. Then find the
    corresponding area using the z-table and draw the curve.

    Activity 3

    1. A group of friends compares what they received while trick or treating. They find
    that the average number of pieces of candy received is 43, with standard
    deviation of 2. What is the z-score corresponding to 20 pieces of candy?

    2. The results of a nationwide aptitude test in mathematics are normally distributed


    with mean = 63 and standard deviation = 5. What is the 97.5th percentile?

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