Determine whether the underlined number is a statistic or a parameter A sample of seniors is selected and it is found that 35% own a television. Choose the correct statement below.
a. Parameter because the value is a numerical measurement describing a characteristic of a population.
b. Statistic because the value is a numerical measurement describing a characteristic of a sample.
c. Parameter because the value is a numerical measurement describing a characteristica sample.
d. Statistic because the value is a numerical measurement describing a characteristic of a population.