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StatisticsEssentials of Statistics for the Behavioral SciencesA distribution of English exam scores has μ = 70 and σ = 4. A distribution of history exam scores has μ = 60 and σ = 20. For which exam would a score of X = 78 have a higher standing? Explain your answer.

A distribution of English exam scores has μ = 70 and σ = 4. A distribution of history exam scores has μ = 60 and σ = 20. For which exam would a score of X = 78 have a higher standing? Explain your answer.

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