Statistical VS Non-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 expects a single answer and does not involve variability in the data.

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Example of a statistical question:

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What is the average height of students in your class?

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Example of a non-statistical question:

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How tall is your teacher?

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Why are statistical questions important?

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They help us understand trends and make predictions based on data.

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What type of data do statistical questions require?

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Statistical questions require data that can vary, such as measurements or counts.

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What type of data do non-statistical questions require?

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Non-statistical questions require fixed data that does not change, like a specific fact.

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How can you identify a statistical question?

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Look for questions that include words like 'average', 'most', or 'how many' that imply variability.

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How can you identify a non-statistical question?

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Look for questions that ask for a specific fact or single answer without variability.

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

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How many points do players score on average in a basketball game?