Shape of Data
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6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a histogram?
Back
A histogram is a graphical representation of the distribution of numerical data, showing the frequency of data points within specified ranges (bins).
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CCSS.6.SP.B.4
CCSS.HSS.ID.A.1
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean if data is 'skewed right'?
Back
If data is 'skewed right', it means that the tail on the right side of the distribution is longer or fatter than the left side, indicating that there are a larger number of lower values.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean if data is 'skewed left'?
Back
If data is 'skewed left', it means that the tail on the left side of the distribution is longer or fatter than the right side, indicating that there are a larger number of higher values.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a symmetric distribution?
Back
A symmetric distribution is one where the left and right sides of the distribution are mirror images of each other, meaning the data is evenly distributed around the mean.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is bimodal distribution?
Back
A bimodal distribution is a probability distribution with two different modes, which appear as distinct peaks in the frequency of data.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you interpret the height of bars in a histogram?
Back
The height of the bars in a histogram represents the frequency of data points within each bin; taller bars indicate more data points.
Tags
CCSS.6.SP.B.4
CCSS.HSS.ID.A.1
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the importance of understanding the shape of data?
Back
Understanding the shape of data helps in identifying patterns, making predictions, and choosing the right statistical methods for analysis.
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