1 - Descriptive vs. Inferential Statistics
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Practice Questions
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What are the three measures used in descriptive statistics?
💡 Hint: Remember the acronym M3.
What does inferential statistics help us do?
💡 Hint: Think about polling and predicting outcomes.
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What is the primary purpose of descriptive statistics?
💡 Hint: Consider what descriptive means.
True or False: Inferential statistics can provide estimates for an entire population.
💡 Hint: Think about samples and populations.
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A researcher collected data from 100 students about their study hours and test scores. Describe how they could apply both descriptive and inferential statistics to present their findings.
💡 Hint: Consider how each type of statistics serves its purpose.
You have a small sample of survey data about consumer preferences. Explain how you would use inferential statistics to discuss trends among the entire population.
💡 Hint: Think about sample size and population effects.
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