Yield strengths of circular tubes with end caps are measured. The first yields (in kN) are as follows: 96, 102, 104, 108, 126, 128, 150, 156 (a) Calculate the sample average. (b) Calculate the sample standard deviation.

Analyze the factors that influence the choice between the following pairs of processes to make the products indicated: i) sand casting versus die casting of an electric-motor housing ii) thread rolling versus machining of a bolt for high-strength application. (co3/c5)