identify the exam score that should lead to a better grade: A score of X =70 on an exam with M = 92 and SD = 8, vs a score of X = 60 on an exam with M = 72 and SD = 12.

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identify the exam score that should lead to a better grade: A score of X =70 on an exam with M = 92 and SD = 8, vs a score of X = 60 on an exam with M = 72 and SD = 12.

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