Completing 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. It helps in analyzing the relationship between the two variables.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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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 frequencies in the table.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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What does the term 'frequency' mean in the context of a two-way table?

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Frequency refers to the number of times a particular category or combination of categories occurs in the data set.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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How can you determine the number of people who chose a specific option in a two-way table?

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Look at the corresponding cell in the table that represents the specific option and read the frequency value.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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What is the purpose of a two-way table?

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The purpose of a two-way table is to organize data to show the relationship between two categorical variables, making it easier to analyze and interpret.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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How do you calculate the total for a specific row in a two-way table?

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Add all the frequencies in that row to get the total for that specific category.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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What is the significance of the margins in a two-way table?

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Margins are the totals for each row and column, providing a quick summary of the data.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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How can you identify the number of people who did not choose any options in a two-way table?

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Subtract the total number of surveyed people from the sum of all frequencies in the table.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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What does it mean if a two-way table shows a high frequency for a specific combination of categories?

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A high frequency indicates that many respondents fall into that specific combination, suggesting a strong relationship between the two variables.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4

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How can you use a two-way table to answer application-based questions?

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By analyzing the frequencies and totals in the table, you can answer questions about preferences, relationships, and trends in the data.

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CCSS.8.SP.A.4