What sample size would you need to in order to estimate the mean weight of all female white-tailed deer, with a 96% confidence level, to within 8 pounds of the actual weight?

Question

You are interested in estimating the the mean weight of the local adult population of female white-tailed deer (doe). From past data, you estimate that the standard deviation of all adult female white-tailed deer in this region to be 36 pounds. What sample size would you need to in order to estimate the mean weight of all female white-tailed deer, with a 96% confidence level, to within 8 pounds of the actual weight? (Use Excel to find the appropriate critical value and round to 3 decimal places.)

Answer 1

Hello!

I have worked out your question in 2 steps. Please look over it when you get a chance and let me know your thoughts. I hope this helps. If you have additional questions, please let me know!

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-Dr. C