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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Identify Careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

Question 7 • Career Explorations II

Which of the following occupations uses math concepts to determine if a particular event would occur and the related costs of the occurrence?

Answer
A
statistician
B
computer research scientist
C
actuary
D
database analyst

Explanation

An actuary uses mathematical and statistical methods to estimate the likelihood of events, such as accidents or illnesses, and calculate their financial costs. A statistician analyzes data more generally, while the other occupations focus on computer science or databases. Therefore, the correct choice is actuary.

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