The Statistical Process

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What types of graphs are used to display categorical data?

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Bar graphs and circle graphs.

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Which bar graph displays the data about favorite winter activities?

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Graph b.

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CCSS.2.MD.D.10

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What is a statistical question?

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A statistical question is one that anticipates variability in the data.

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CCSS.6.SP.A.1

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What does variability mean in statistics?

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Variability means expecting more than one answer.

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CCSS.6.SP.A.3

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Is 'How many books are in the bookstore?' a statistical question?

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No, it is not a statistical question - there is no variability in data.

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CCSS.6.SP.A.1

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Is 'What is the height of the boys in 1st grade?' a statistical question?

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Yes, it is a statistical question - there is variability in data.

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CCSS.6.SP.A.1

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What is a bar graph?

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A bar graph is a visual representation of data using bars to compare different categories.

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CCSS.2.MD.D.10

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What is a circle graph (pie chart)?

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A circle graph shows the parts of a whole as slices of a pie.

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What is the purpose of using graphs in statistics?

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Graphs help to visualize data and make it easier to understand.

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CCSS.6.SP.A.3

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What is categorical data?

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Categorical data represents characteristics or qualities that can be divided into groups.