Statistical Terms Flashcard Set

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Mean

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The average value calculated by adding all numbers in a set and dividing by how many numbers there are.

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Median

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The middle number in a sorted list of values, which separates the higher half from the lower half.

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Mode

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The number that appears most often in a dataset, showing the most common value.

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Outlier

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A value that is much higher or lower than most of the other values in a dataset, which can affect calculations.

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Dataset

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A collection of related data points, often organized in a table or list for analysis.

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Statistical

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Related to the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data.

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Symmetric

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A type of distribution where values are evenly spread around a central point, making the mean, median, and mode similar.

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Skewed

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A distribution that is not symmetrical, where values are spread unevenly, often pulling the mean away from the median.

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Representative

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Something that accurately reflects or represents a larger group or dataset.

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Frequency

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How often a particular value appears in a dataset, which is important for understanding the mode.