Statistical Questions and Types of Data

Statistical Questions and Types of Data

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Mathematics

6th Grade

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Hard

CCSS
6.SP.A.1

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a statistical question?

Back

A statistical question is one that anticipates variability in the data and can be answered by collecting data. For example, 'What is the average height of students in my class?'

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2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a categorical data set?

Back

Categorical data sets consist of categories or groups. For example, 'Types of pets owned by students' (dog, cat, fish).

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a numerical data set?

Back

Numerical data sets consist of numbers and can be measured. For example, 'Number of books read by each student.'

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you identify a statistical question?

Back

A statistical question can be identified by checking if it requires data collection and if the answer involves variability. For example, 'How many hours do students study each week?' is statistical.

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5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between categorical and numerical data?

Back

Categorical data describes characteristics or qualities, while numerical data represents quantities or measurements.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is 'How many pets do students have?' a statistical question?

Back

Yes, it is a statistical question because it involves collecting data from multiple students.

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7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is 'What is the color of my backpack?' a statistical question?

Back

No, it is not a statistical question because it pertains to a single individual's backpack.

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