Parameters vs Statistics

Parameters vs Statistics

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Mathematics

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a population in statistics?

Back

A population is the entire group of individuals or instances about whom we hope to learn.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a sample in statistics?

Back

A sample is a subset of the population that is used to represent the entire group.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a parameter?

Back

A parameter is a numerical value that summarizes a characteristic of a population.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a statistic?

Back

A statistic is a numerical value that summarizes a characteristic of a sample.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do parameters and statistics differ?

Back

Parameters describe the population, while statistics describe the sample.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to make inferences about a population?

Back

Making inferences involves using sample data to draw conclusions about the population.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of a survey in statistics?

Back

Surveys collect data from a sample to estimate characteristics of a population.

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