Problems B
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between the questionable result and the values closest to it and farthest from
it, then there is a 90% probability that the questionable result is grossly in
error and should be rejected if
for 5 values, dlr > 0.64
for 4 values, dlr > 0.76
for 3 values, dlr > 0.94
Which, if any, result should be rejected from the following series of measurements?
(a) 9.35, 9.30, 9.48, 9.40, 9.28
(c) 2534, 2429, 2486
(b) 9.35, 9.30, 9.48, 9.32, 9.28
(d) 2534, 2429, 2520