Statistical Questions

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What is a statistical question?

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A statistical question is one that anticipates variability in the data and can be answered by collecting data that has two or more possible answers.

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How many possible answers do statistical questions have?

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Statistical questions have two or more possible answers.

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Is the question 'How many years experience do teachers at Quaker Valley School District have?' statistical or not?

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Statistical.

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Why is the question 'What outdoor activities do junior high students enjoy during summer?' relevant for summer camp organizers?

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The data will help organizers plan an appropriate schedule of activities.

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What is the main purpose of asking statistical questions?

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Statistical questions help us gather data about a topic.

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Why might a park ask about peak hours families visit?

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The park is considering changing its hours of operation.

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What type of data do statistical questions typically involve?

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Statistical questions typically involve data that can vary, such as opinions, preferences, or behaviors.

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Give an example of a non-statistical question.

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What is the average height of a 6th grader?

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What is the difference between a statistical question and a non-statistical question?

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A statistical question expects variability in the answers, while a non-statistical question has a fixed answer.

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What is an example of a statistical question?

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What are the favorite subjects of students in a class?