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 varies.

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What is a non-statistical question?

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A non-statistical question is one that can be answered with a single value or fact, without the need for data collection.

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Give an example of a statistical question.

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How many hours do students in our class spend on homework each week?

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Give an example of a non-statistical question.

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What is the capital of France?

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

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Statistical questions involve variability and require data collection, while non-statistical questions have a fixed answer.

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Why are statistical questions important?

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They help us understand trends, make predictions, and analyze data.

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What type of data is collected for statistical questions?

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Quantitative data (numerical) or qualitative data (categorical) that shows variability.

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Can a question be both statistical and non-statistical?

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No, a question is either statistical or non-statistical based on its nature.

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What is an example of a statistical question related to sports?

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What is the average number of points scored by players in a basketball game?

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What is an example of a non-statistical question related to weather?

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What is the temperature today?