Statistical Questions

Statistical Questions

• A question

• ​Collect data (a possible survey)

• ​Variability (MORE than answer)

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What is a

statistical question?​

Multiple Choice

Which is NOT a statistical question?

WHY?

• What is your favorite ice cream?

• An ice cream sundae has whipped cream and fudge.

• How many ice cream toppings do you prefer?

• How many scoops of ice cream do you order?

Multiple Choice

Which is NOT a statistical question?

WHY?

• How many days are in March?

• On average, what is the temperature in March?

Multiple Choice

Select the statistical question.

• How old is your dog?

• On average, how old are the dogs that live on the street?

Multiple Choice

Select the statistical question.

• What proportion of the students at your school like watermelons?

• Do you like watermelons?

Multiple Choice

Select the statistical question.

• How many bricks are in the wall?

• What was the temperature at noon today at City Hall?

• On average, how many houses in the neighborhood have an iron gate ?

• A question

• ​Collect data (a possible survey)

• ​Variability (MORE than answer)

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Remember: What is a

statistical question?​

Open Ended

Now, try to write your own statistical question.