Summarize Categorical Data

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What is categorical data?

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Categorical data is a type of data that can be divided into groups or categories. Examples include colors, types of animals, or brands.

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What is a frequency table?

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A frequency table is a table that displays the number of times each category occurs in a dataset.

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What is a mode in data?

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The mode is the value that appears most frequently in a data set.

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How do you find the mode of a set of data?

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To find the mode, identify the category that has the highest frequency in the dataset.

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What is a bar graph?

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A bar graph is a visual representation of data using bars of different heights to show the frequency of categories.

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What does a percent bar graph represent?

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A percent bar graph shows the percentage of each category in relation to the total, allowing for easy comparison.

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What is the difference between categorical data and numerical data?

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Categorical data represents categories, while numerical data represents quantities or measurements.

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What does it mean if a category has a frequency of zero?

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A frequency of zero means that the category does not appear in the dataset.

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How can you determine if a statement about data is true or false?

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To determine if a statement is true or false, compare the statement to the actual data presented.

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What is the significance of the highest bar in a bar graph?

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The highest bar in a bar graph represents the category with the highest frequency or percentage.