Reading Two Way Tables

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What is a two-way table?

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A two-way table is a statistical table that displays the frequency distribution of two categorical variables, allowing for the comparison of the relationship between them.

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How do you find the total number of people surveyed in a two-way table?

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To find the total number of people surveyed, sum all the values in the table.

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What does the term 'grand total' refer to in a two-way table?

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The 'grand total' refers to the overall sum of all the entries in the two-way table, representing the total number of respondents.

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How can you determine how many people prefer a specific option in a two-way table?

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To determine how many people prefer a specific option, locate the row or column corresponding to that option and sum the values.

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What is the significance of row and column totals in a two-way table?

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Row and column totals help to summarize the data, making it easier to analyze preferences and relationships between the two variables.

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If 15 males prefer basketball, how would you represent this in a two-way table?

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You would place '15' in the cell that intersects the 'Males' row and 'Basketball' column.

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What is the purpose of conducting a survey that uses a two-way table?

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The purpose is to collect data on preferences or behaviors of different groups, allowing for analysis of relationships between two categorical variables.

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How do you interpret the data in a two-way table?

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Interpretation involves analyzing the frequencies to understand trends, preferences, and relationships between the two variables.

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What is the formula to calculate the percentage of respondents preferring a specific option?

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Percentage = (Number of respondents preferring the option / Total number of respondents) x 100.

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How can you visually represent the data from a two-way table?

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You can use bar graphs or pie charts to visually represent the data, making it easier to compare preferences.