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 an example of a statistical question?

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An example of a statistical question is: "What are the average heights of students in a school?"

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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 variability.

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What is an example of a non-statistical question?

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An example of a non-statistical question is: "How many students are in Mr. Parzick's class?"

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What does it mean to collect data?

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Collecting data means gathering information or measurements to answer a question or analyze a situation.

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Why is variability important in statistical questions?

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Variability is important because it shows the differences in data, which helps in understanding trends and making predictions.

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What is a dataset?

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A dataset is a collection of related data points or values that can be analyzed.

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How can you determine if a question is statistical?

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You can determine if a question is statistical by checking if it requires data collection and if the answer involves variability.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.

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What is an example of qualitative data?

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An example of qualitative data is the colors of cars in a parking lot.