Statistical Studies

Intro to Statistics

Statistics is the collection of data, organization, interpretation, analysis and data presentation.

We use statistics to make inferences about a population, conduct research, make informed decisions, and for critical thinking.

Multiple Choice

Statistics is very commonly used in everyday life.

• True

• False

​Statistical methods can be used for player performance analysis, team performance evaluation, predictive analytics, game strategy and decision-making, player and team development, sports analytics and data visualization, and injury prevention and performance monitoring. 

Statistics in Sports

Statistical methods can be used to determine the amount of time someone watches a show, what shows to bring on the streaming service, what shows to recommend to viewers, etc.

Netflix

Companies use market research to collect and analyze insights on consumer preferences, buying habits and trends.

Business

Match

Match the following

• _____ are pieces of gathered information

• Display data as marks above a number line in a _______

• Use the lengths of bars to show and compare data in a ______

data

dot plot

bar graph

• data

• dot plot

• bar graph

Multiple Choice

True or False: A population is a specific group that you will collect data from

• True

• False

A statisitcal chart consisting of data points on a relatively simple scale​

Dot Plot

Multiple Choice

Students in a math class recorded th number of text messages they received the previous day. How many students received at least 10 messages.

• 14

• 11

• 3

• 2

Multiple Choice

Students at a dance studio were measured for tap shoes. Which statement about the shoe size is true?

• The most frequent shoe size is 9 1/2

• More than half of the dancers wear a size 8 1/2 or bigger.

• The least frequent shoe size is size 8.

• Seven of the dancers wear a size 7 1/2 or smaller.

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